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HR Assistant

Employer
Macmillan Davies
Location
Liverpool, England
Salary
Up to £19000 per annum
Closing date
28 May 2019

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Sector
Legal
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Type
HR Administrator, HR (General)

Job Details


Job Title: HR Assistant

Hours: 35 hours

Department: HR

Location: Liverpool

Brief Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a HR Assistant to join a HR Operations team within a legal firm in Liverpool. The successful candidate will be working as part of a team to provide full HR administration support for approximately 850 employees and partners. The role forms part a team of HR assistants within the HR Operations team reporting to the HR Manager.

Key responsibilities:
*Being the first point of contact for all HR queries;
*Preparing offers of employment and contracts for new starters and variations (i.e. changes in employment details) for existing employees;
*Undertaking pre-employment checks as part of the new starter process and preparations for the new starter induction, to include liaising with managers and partners and advising the support departments of new starters and producing welcome packs;
*Full administration of the leaver process, to include inputting on the system, liaising with the leaver and the department and advising the firm accordingly;
*Advising payroll of monthly changes, new starters and leavers and any deductions required from salary;
*Accurate inputting of data on the HR system, such as new starters, leavers, variations, holidays, absence and appraisal information;
*Working with colleagues to identify patterns of sickness and report to the HR Advisors/managers regarding matters of concern;
*Completing all maternity/paternity administration and acting as a point of contact for employees on maternity/paternity/adoption/shared leave;
*Sending exit surveys and reporting the results to managers;
*Involvement in recruitment activity such as placing adverts, setting up interviews and carrying out interviews with the recruiting manager;
*Assisting with the induction process;
*Assisting in the implementation and improvement of HR systems and procedures;
*Producing regular and ad hoc reports from the HR system;
*Arranging payment of invoices;
*Covering administration work of colleagues in their absence;
*Involvement in any ad-hoc HR projects as required;
*Travel to other UK offices when required.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:
*Previous experience of working in administration;
*Minimum grades of A-C GCSE or equivalent qualification in English, Maths;
*Competence in all Microsoft IT software;
*Self-confident, assertive, organised and highly motivated;
*A strong team player;
*Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task and ensure deadlines are met;
*A calm and professional manner;
*Excellent telephone and communication skills;
*Ability to operate in a busy environment;
*Ability to use initiative, taking a proactive approach to working;
*Ability to work with little supervision;
*Aptitude to deal with people at all levels;
*Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy;
*Willingness to travel to other UK offices when required;
*Flexibility in approach.

Desirable:
*HR Administration and/or payroll experience gained in a previous law firm or other relevant professional organisation.

Please be aware that The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 require us to hold work seeker records for a year in most circumstances.

Macmillan Davies is a specialist HR recruiter. Established in 1979 we have offices in London and Manchester with dedicated teams focusing on Permanent, Contract and Interim assignments across the UK and Europe.
 

Company

MMD

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Engage. Consult. Recruit.
For many HR professionals, we’ll need no introduction. We are one of the longest-established specialist HR recruitment consultancies in the UK, with expertise in every sector, including financial services, technology and communications, retail, and professional and business services. However, it’s our consultative way of working that really sets us apart. Engage Macmillan Davies and you’ll find the focus is firmly on you and your needs. 

Professional. Proven. Personable. 
Whether you’re an established HR Manager or just beginning your career as an HR Administrator, you’ll find our focus is on long-term candidate relationships, not short-term fixes. We’ll take as much time to understand your needs as we do client ones. Rather than simply pointing you towards a permanent or interim job in HR, we’ll ensure you make the right career move. 

Our history
To say we’ve a wealth of experience in HR recruitment is an understatement. Macmillan Davies has been a dedicated HR recruitment consultancy since 1979. Since then, we have developed into the business we are today: a market-leading HR recruitment firm with offices in London and Manchester and part of a global network that spans Asia, Australia and Europe. 

Our approach
Our approach has been developed over three decades at the forefront of HR recruitment consultancy. In that time, we’ve developed an excellent track record of adding value to leading clients in every major sector, a well-established global network and a collaborative working style.


Together, these qualities add up to a unique proposition in HR recruitment. Not only do we have the expertise to deliver what you need, but our consultative and professional approach also means that search will be a rewarding experience.

At Macmillan Davies we take our responsibilities seriously, as we’re guardians of both our clients’ brands and our candidates’ careers. But we also make sure this professionalism is balanced with a personal approach. How we deliver is just as important to us as what we provide – and the reason so many of our clients and candidates return for our advice again and again. 

Supporting your HR career every step of the way
We’re a long-term career partner to many of our candidates, supporting them as they progress from HR Assistant jobs to HR Director levels. All of which is made possible by our specialist practices. If you’re looking for a senior HR role, our Executive Resourcing practice is a specialist in the field. Our Interim team will handle your day rate and fixed-term HR assignments, while our Futurexec team will provide the support and opportunities you need earlier in your human resources career.

Contacts:
Darren Hayman – Director, Executive Resourcing
dhayman@mdhr.co.uk
0203 587 7066

Nick Allwood - Director, Manchester
nallwood@mdhr.co.uk
0161 416 6295 

http:www.mdh.co.uk

Macmillan Davies London
Kemp House
152 - 160 City Road
London
EC1V 2NP

Macmillan Davies Manchester
First Floor, Swan Buildings
20 Swan Street
Manchester
M4 5JW

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152 - 160 City Road
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EC1V 2NP
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