Hr Assistant

HR Assistant (HR Operations)
1 x Full-time permanent position at Bradford
1 x Fixed Term 12 months position at Leeds

West Yorkshire Police is seeking to create a succession plan of HR Assistants to provide a comprehensive, customer focused clerical and administrative support service to the HR Operations function within the People Directorate.

You will play a key role in supporting the People Directorate by delivering a comprehensive, customer-focused clerical and administrative service. Working within the HR Hub, you will contribute to the smooth running of HR Operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely processing of key people-related procedures.

As a HR Assistant (HR Operations) you will:

- Maintaining and updating manual HR information systems to ensure data accuracy.
- Processing administrative tasks related to resignations, retirements, maternity/paternity leave, career breaks, and long service.
- Supporting internal recruitment processes to avoid delays.
- Providing general clerical support including scanning, filing, and document management, particularly during employee exits.
- Ensuring all interactions reflect the Police Code of Ethics and the organisation’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI).

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- Proven ability to perform clerical and administrative tasks. (Essential)
- Aptitude for computer-based work and familiarity with Microsoft Office. (Essential)
- Excellent customer service skills and effective communication via email and telephone. (Essential)
- A basic understanding of HR procedures. (Desirable)

You will be part of a team that supports an establishment of approximately 13,000 Police Officers and Police Staff, working closely with internal colleagues and external contacts across forces and the public.

This vacancy will close at 23:55 hours on 31st May 2026