HR Assistant

HR Assistant. Hybrid role (3-4 days per week in the office, in Bedford). I’m working with a well-established, but rapidly growing, people-focused organisation (Technical services / £ multi-million t/o) to recruit a proactive and highly organised HR Assistant to join HR team.

The HR team is very collaborative and supportive and has a great reputation within the company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to continue a career in HR within a professional and fast-paced environment, where you’ll work across the full employee lifecycle.

HR Assistant - The Role:

As HR Assistant, you’ll provide essential administrative support to the HR function and wider business. You’ll play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothly—from recruitment and onboarding through to employee changes and leavers.

You’ll also act as a first point of contact for HR queries, helping deliver a responsive and professional HR service across the organisation.

HR Assistant – Key Responsibilities:

Working in a highly stakeholder-facing role, the position covers:

* New starter administration

* Onboarding and inductions

* Recruitment administration

* HR system / Ticketing / and HR inbox management & maintenance

* Employee changes / Leavers administration

* Employee lifecycle administration (absence, payroll updates, probation, ER support)

* HR policies / projects and documentation support

* Background screening and vetting

About You:

I’m looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working in a busy HR environment. You’ll likely have:

* 2yrs+ as an HR Assistant

* Be incredibly people-centric : )

* Ideally CIPD Foundation level

* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

* Good time management and the ability to prioritise workload effectively

* A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information

* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

* A proactive, positive attitude with a “can-do” mindset

* Solid IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office

Additional Information

* Full driving licence preferred

HR Assistant – Location:

* Hybrid: 3-4 days per week at the office in Bedford

* Free parking available

* Occasional travel to other locations (company offices) may be required

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive HR team where you’ll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of HR activities and develop your career in a dynamic and evolving business.

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