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MLC Partners are working with a leading children’s charity who are doing amazing things for some of the most vulnerable young people in London and the South East. Following some changes within the HR team, they are looking to recruit a People Business Partner on a permanent basis. The role has the opportunity to help shape the delivery of HR services across the organisation and work with a People Director who is a supportive leader with a track record of developing people.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Review, update and revise organisational HR policies and procedures, ensuring these are rolled out effectively.
- Take a leading role in the upskilling and support of managers across the charity to allow a more hands-off approach from the people team.
- Manage employee relation cases, where these have been escalated from the advisor in the HR team or other line managers.
- Develop new reports for SMT to allow improved strategic decision making and better use of data collection.
The successful candidate will:
- Understand ‘what good looks like’ within HR, ideally having written new policies and procedures.
- Preferably have experience within the charity space, but candidates with transferable skills from other sectors are also encouraged to apply.
- Be an excellent communicator, able to influence decision making in the wider workplace.
This is a great opportunity to join an organisation who are doing fantastic work at the centre of their communities. Applications will be reviewed daily, so please do not delay in applying. For more information or a broader discussion about your job search, please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners.
Do you have experience of working within then NHS or a medical related organisation?
Are you a HR Business partner wanting to work part time?
My client is a higher education provider who looking to recruit an HR Partner into their medical faculty.
This is a part time permanent position working 28 hours over 4 days per week.
They offer a flexible working approach with 2 days per week on campus in South West London with the remainder of the week working remotely.
To be considered for the role you'll need to have significant experience as an HR Business Partner in a large and complex organisation, within a medical / NHS related field
£56,652 - £64,483 pro rata
Role
- Provide strategic and operational support to designated departments.
- Support the Head of HR with the development of strategy/plans and objectives that will deliver results reflecting environmental demands and best practice.
- Provide line management, support and coaching to the Assistant HR Partner
- Undertake research in a variety of people related subject matters both internally, externally and in research publications
- Support the Head of HR with the analysis of future demands, trends, metrics and demographics to support structure changes.
- Support the design and implementation of restructures/reorganisations at all levels
- Advising managers on the broad range of people implications of plans and potential change activity.
- Working with departments and in conjunction with the OD&I teams to support training needs through innovative solutions and best practice
- Provide specialist advice, guidance and solutions to managers on a broad spectrum of ER matters including re-structuring, disciplinary, grievance, performance management, sickness absence issues up until the formal stage.
- Supporting the Assistant HR Partner to proactively move ER cases forward within their remit.
- Work closely with mediation practitioners to identify and make recommendations
- Assist in facilitating people related exercises such as the Pay Review, Annual Review Conversations (ARC), Academic Promotions, Clinical Impact Awards, Declaration of Interest
- To work with HR colleagues to review processes to deliver effective and innovative ways of working to ensure that the faculty receives a high level of HR operational support.
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Amnesty International UK (AIUK) has a simple aim: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they are denied. If you want to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to help fight for human rights, you could be our new People Partner.
About the role
This role is a key part of the People & Culture Team and will be instrumental in delivering our People strategy and ambition to be a progressive employer.
The role will challenge and help us to change our current thinking, our behaviours and how we talk about people issues. It also helps us to ensure that we have effective people processes in place and improve them, making AIUK an employer who is people first focused.
The role partners with directors and their leadership teams, providing expertise, direction and proactive strategic people advice, helping them to achieve their business plans.
More details can be found by downloading the job description from our careers portal.
The role may be for you if:
- You're skilled in building partnering relationships with leadership and management
- You can resolve complicated employee relations cases and support employee wellbeing
- You collaborate well and positively contribute to an inclusive culture.
- You also have a thorough knowledge of People leadership issues and employment law
Our Commitment to you
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism (IDEA) are at the core of our values. We want to be an organisation that tackles structural inequality and prejudice as well as be an actively anti-racist organisation. This means taking a meaningful and equitable approach to supporting and developing you and others during your time with us.
New colleagues receive 27 days leave annually (29 after five years), as well as bank holidays (pro rated for part time) and 3 wellbeing days. 2-5% employee pension contributions are matched at 6-9% and we offer 6 months full pay for family leave. We offer flexible working such as compressed work patterns and job shares.
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This vacancy advert may be taken down from job boards earlier than the stated deadline if a high standard of applications is received (if you have started an application in our portal, you will still have opportunity to complete it by the original deadline).
We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from people from an ethnic minority background, and people with a disability to help us achieve a balanced representation in our workforce, especially at senior grades.
To reduce bias in our shortlisting process, AIUK operates an anonymised application process. If for any reason you prefer to apply in a different format, or require adjustments in the process, please get in touch. To support all candidates to perform their best at interview, we send questions 24 hours in advance. We are a disability confident organisation.
Visit amnesty.org.uk/jobs for application guidance and information on benefits, recruitment inclusion and hybrid working.
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Main Purpose and Scope of the job
To support the Head of People with the provision of consistent and reliable Human Resources support in relation to policies and practices and with the practical application of employment law.
You will actively engage with managers to bring employee relation issues to resolution and proactively monitor trends and themes across the organisation. and will play a key part in the employee lifecycle with emphasis on recruitment processes, attraction and retention.
You will provide coaching and support to line managers in relation to all aspects of early or informal employee relations including but not limited to; Probation, performance management and capability processes, grievance and disciplinary investigations. You will Actively provide guidance to staff and managers through employee relation processes seeking early resolutions and restorative conversations in the first instance. Actively take the lead on formal employee relation case work such as grievances, suspensions, investigations and present at hearings.
Reporting and monitoring of sickness/absence levels, advising line managers to ensure a consistent approach is taken to reduce absenteeism. Oversee all Stage 1,2 and 3 absence meetings and OH reports where required.
Be integral to all organisational change developments including recommendations for change, structure and job design. Ensure organisational change is managed sensitively and in line with policy and employment law. Assist on organisational restructures and TUPE regulations in times of expansion and growth.
Actively contribute to policy development in line with employment law and best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you excited about seeing Christians in the UK and Ireland engage in world mission? Our Human Resources Administrator will provide high quality Human Resources, enabling the delivery of OMF (UK)'s overall organisational strategy.
The successful applicant will also play an important role in maintaining a positive Christian culture throughout the organisation. All this is vital for our vision to be a catalyst for the Church sharing the good news of Jesus Christ in all its fullness among East Asia's people through all aspects of life.
There is an Occupational Requirement for this role to be held by a committed Christian and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Please submit your CV along with a covering letter that demonstrates how you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a highly experienced global HR Director to join our international charity client for a period of 12 months. You will be reporting into our Chief Executive and leading a large and well established HR team. As an organisation we have a broad global reach, operating in several continents, so experience of operating internationally is essential, with a strong preference for previous experience in the charity sector as well.
This role is a key part of our Senior Leadership Team and you will act as a key Business Partner to our Chief Executive, so we are looking for a strategic leader with significant experience of leading large teams, with an understanding of a context of change and transformation also highly desirable.
This role is London based with hybrid working, it is also to start ASAP so please get in touch immediately if you would like to know more.
HR Manager
Salary: £37,000 gross per annum
Location: Beechcroft House, Vicarage Lane, Curdridge, Southampton, SO32 2DP
Full Time – 35 Hours per week
7-8 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Closing date: 03 November 2024
Interviews: We will be reviewing applications as and when they come in, with interviews being held on a rolling basis
Our client are a grassroots movement working for nature’s recovery and to bring people closer to nature.
‘Our vision for a wilder future is beautiful and vital!’
Our future has to be wilder!
They are seeking a HR Manager to join their cause.
This role will serve as the operational HR lead to the Trust, ensuring compliance with UK employment law while proactively providing guidance and support to business unit leaders and managers. The HR Manager drives continuous improvement in HR practices, leads employee communication, and enhances manager capability through training, and helps develop policies and programmes to foster a positive, productive, and engaged workforce. Additionally, the role involves analysing HR data, providing decision-making support to managers, and contributing to overall organisational success.
This role is part of the Business Resources team and will collaborate with colleagues across the Trust to support the achievement of our strategic goal, specifically within the 'Organisational Effectiveness, Capacity & Culture' strand of the Trust’s strategy, as well as its supporting objectives.
Wild About Inclusion!
As an inclusive employer our client recognise that their workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which they live and work. They encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within their sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. They are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
Our client are happy to discuss the possibilities of hybrid and flexible working
This role will be based at the office in Curdridge, however, they are happy to accommodate a hybrid working routine, and discuss a pattern of work which suits the candidate. Traditionally, office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with an hour lunch break.
They offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to their employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with their corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs) and more.
Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and drive a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with IRRI’s global objectives and enhances organizational effectiveness across its global operations
- Provide visionary leadership for the global HR function, including talent acquisition, performance management, and compensation and benefits, to ensure the institute attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Work with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Head of Productivity, Systems and Innovation to develop the strategy and its process of implementation
- Foster a culture of engagement and continuous improvement, optimizing global resource alignment and organizational structure to support IRRI’s mission
- Oversee the seamless delivery of HR functions across IRRI’s global network, ensuring that HR services and programs are effective and responsive to the needs of diverse geographical locations
- Champion a transparent and efficient talent acquisition strategy to secure the best candidates for IRRI’s diverse and multi-national teams
- Lead the implementation of a performance management system that promotes transparency, accountability, and professional growth, tailored to the global context
- Guide the design and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract and retain top talent, considering regional variations and global standards
- Modernize IRRI’s HR Policies in close coordination with the Head of Policy Development and ensure they’re fit for purpose, adaptive to meet organizational needs and the changing environment in which IRRI operates
- Partner with senior management to identify HR priorities and ensure HR strategies support the institute's mission and vision
- Advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workforce, aligning HR strategies with IRRI’s commitment to equality and global representation.
- Represent IRRI HR interests in the CGIAR People & Culture Community of Practice and associated high level forums through appropriate engagement and influence in system level activities
- Advocate to Leaders and supervisors on the best course of action in resolving sensitive personnel matters and escalated issues
- Champion initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement across all global locations. Develop and implement strategies that improve employee well-being, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction, tailored to the diverse needs of IRRI’s workforce
- Ensure IRRI’s processes and HR strategy is in sync with the Tripartite HR plans and is aligned with the OneCGIAR Risk Framework
- Oversee the development and execution of comprehensive onboarding and off-boarding programs that ensure a seamless integration and transition for employees. Ensure these programs are culturally sensitive and aligned with IRRI’s global HR standards
- Align the performance appraisal process with IRRI’s strategic objectives, ensuring that performance evaluations are conducted consistently and fairly across all locations. Foster a culture of accountability and professional growth, using performance data to drive talent development and organizational improvement
- Lead continuous improvement efforts for HR systems and processes. Identify opportunities to streamline HR operations, reduce manual transactions, and enhance the efficiency of HR services. Implement technological solutions that provide real-time data and insights to support decision-making and strategic planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in HR leadership, preferably in an international or research-oriented organization
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Proven ability to develop and execute global HR strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Strong expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and benefits administration
- Demonstrated success in leading and managing HR teams across diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Sound understanding of HR best practices, local labor laws, and international HR standards
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of other languages would be beneficial
Preferred
- Having experience of working in Africa will be an added advantage
- Accredited Professional Qualification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR, or equivalent)
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance, joining and separation travels, home leave, housing support, and other allowances.
Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: HR Business Partner
Location: West of England & Wales
Salary: £47,213.96 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35 hours
Reference: YMC1011452
Want to make a positive impact on people’s lives by working for the world’s largest and oldest youth charity? YMCA is currently recruiting a HR Business Partner.
Would you like to change young people’s lives? Are you looking for an HR role that allows you to use your expertise in making a difference across England and Wales YMCA Charity Shops? This is an opportunity to secure a very exciting and unique role.
As an HR Business Partner for YMCA you will be responsible for delivering a ‘value added' generalist HR service and giving full support to the Area Managers and Regional Manager across the West of England and Wales.
It is expected that you will have experience in a similar role and have a sound knowledge of employment law. Ideally you will have completed your CIPD Level 5 qualification or be close to completion. You will have excellent communication skills and an ability to influence others with sound commercial understanding and pragmatic approach to problem solving. With our YMCA stores performing well, it’s a really exciting time to join the team at YMCA England & Wales.
This is a challenging role that will provide you with the ability to become involved in a variety of HR initiatives to ensure that YMCA England & Wales achieves its strategic goals.
You will be expected to travel extensively throughout the West of England and Wales including overnight stays, and will be provided with a company car.
You will be required to have multi-site experience.
You will be responsible for managing complex casework including disciplinary and capability processes, absence management and right to work issues. Experience of developing policies, coaching managers and project management are also necessary for this role.
You will be exposed to a fast paced, varied and exciting role, with opportunities to get involved in new initiatives, within a dynamic team.
We offer a range of staff benefits including 30 days annual leave, company pension, life assurance, health care cash plan scheme, and gym membership loan. You will also receive a company car.
We are proud to attract passionate and talented staff who work together to ensure all young people have the chance to truly belong, contribute and thrive. YMCAs also share a common goal: we are an unstoppable organisation, intent on creating supportive, inclusive and energised communities.
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Safer recruitment is also important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration and undertake a DBS check.
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Purposeful Ventures aims to create a fairer society where all young people thrive. We are the UK’s leading charity for researching, incubating, launching and scaling initiatives and funds that tackle issues across education and society, from cradle to career, creating wide-spread system change and providing young people opportunities in education and beyond.
The HR and Team Coordinator will help ensure that Purposeful Ventures runs smoothly and efficiently.
You’ll work most closely with the Head of People, helping her to keep all of our HR administration in good shape and making sure that current and prospective staff are informed of and supported through HR matters across the employee lifecycle. You will also work closely with the COO and wider operations team to support the overall smooth running of Purposeful Ventures, from making sure we have a pleasant and productive physical office space to helping to maintain our digital files and CRM, to minuting meetings and supporting with finance administration.
This role would suit someone keen to develop their functional expertise in HR and gain exposure to the breadth of operational functions.
The HR and Team Coordinator will be organised and will have fantastic attention to detail, a strong can-do attitude and a willingness to proactively contribute to the team in multiple different ways. You’ll enjoy working flexibly and collaboratively and forming strong relationships within Purposeful Ventures and beyond.
Responsibilities and duties
Provide effective and efficient HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle for both Purposeful Ventures and its incubated ventures and funds, including:
- being the first point of contact for the HR mailbox;
- managing employee onboarding and offboarding processes;
- coordinating all HR admin processes;
- upkeep of the HR Information System, CharlieHR; and
- administration of all recruitment procedures from job application to appointment, using Team Tailor.
Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Purposeful Ventures Team, by providing team coordination and administrative support, including:
- being the first point of contact for general enquiries;
- managing the team calendar;
- supporting the external IT services contractor;
- providing research and administrative support to the COO;
- ensuring the efficient management of CRM information, team and project documents and templates; and
- minuting incubated ventures’ project board meetings as needed.
Ensure that the Purposeful Ventures team has a pleasant and productive working environment by:
- supporting the operations team to make the Purposeful Ventures office a pleasant, productive, inspiring environment for staff and contractors to work and collaborate;
- keeping the Purposeful Ventures office well stocked with agreed supplies;
- managing the day-to-day coordination of the office and office visitors; and
- monitoring office IT equipment, ensuring items are working well and repaired swiftly and that staff have access to the facilities they need.
Contribute to the smooth running of our finance processes, providing support to finance staff including mailbox monitoring and expenses submissions.
Key requirements
This role will suit someone who enjoys administration and making things work well for staff and clients, and delivering efficient customer service both internally and externally.
We are particularly interested in candidates with prior experience of HR administration.
The successful candidate will have:
- A commitment to and interest in Purposeful Ventures’ mission
- Experience in HR administration and office coordination
- Experience of handling and managing confidential data
- Excellent administration skills, detail orientated and systematic with the ability to multi-task and prioritise work to meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt communication styles to the situation and audience
- Excellent numeracy skills
- Demonstrable commitment to and experience of implementing and improving systems and processes
- Experience using a CRM
- Experience working in a fast-paced working environment and/or a growing organisation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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MLC Partners are recruiting for an interim People Partner to join a Charitable organisation within the health sector. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, employee relations cases, payroll and employee benefits.
This role is due to commence early December, for at least 4months (with the potential of extension/ permanent opportunity). It is a full-time role, with hybrid working onsite near Kingston upon Thames (and occasional visits to a site in Guildford), and from home (2days).
Key responsibilities:
- Managing employee relation cases across the organisation, escalated by the People Advisor.
- Supporting and challenging managers in the use of HR policies, providing advice and guidance.
- Reporting to senior management on trends to identify key areas for people management, including performance, absence management, recruitment and retention and employee relations.
- Managing and implementing new EDI and HR initiatives and supporting the wider organisation with any HR policies and process changes.
- Oversight of the People Advisor on recruitment, and support management throughout the recruitment process.
Key criteria:
- Chartered membership of CIPD/ Relevant HR qualification.
- Previous experience in similar HR generalist/people partner role.
- Proven capabilities in employee case management, with strong working knowledge of employment law.
- Experience in working within a charity/healthcare.
- Confidence in communicating with multiple stakeholders across the organisation.
Please apply now as applicants are under constant review, and this role may be filled prior to the ad closing. For any additional questions, please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.
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This role is to ensure the College meets its strategic financial and planning goals and objectives by being responsible for the day-to-day operations, including finance, HR, IT, fundraising and development, secretarial & governance and administration. The role is a senior position and the successful candidate will be a member of the Senior Management Team.
About Leo Baeck College
Leo Baeck College is a preeminent institution of Jewish scholarship and learning, combining inspirational, high calibre teaching with a commitment to developing rabbis, other professionals, and lay leaders who will build sustainable, accessible, and thriving Progressive Jewish communities.
The College campus is situated on a seven-acre site in the heart of North London with good transport links to central London. On site, LBC occupies a Grade II listed building where classrooms, seminar rooms, student study rooms and offices are located, along with a cafe.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Finance - Oversee the charity's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, student finances, financial reporting, preparing the content of the annual Trustees Report & management of the College’s investment portfolio. Supervise and manage third party finance services.
• Fundraising & Development - Support the Principal in developing and delivering the fundraising strategy. Maintain strong relationships with key partners, including donors, alumni and students.
• Strategic Planning & Implementation - Liaise closely with the Principal, Governors and Senior Management Team to develop and implement the strategic plan.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of Leo Baeck College, ensuring that all activities are aligned with the charity's mission and strategic objectives. Supervise one staff member in general administration and facilities management for the site & College premises.
• Governance & Compliance – Strategic oversight to ensure the College adheres to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, GDPR, Companies House & the Charity Commission. Liaise and deal with legal and insurance matters.
• HR – Responsible for all HR activities including, but not limited to, contracts, appraisals, performance management, payroll & recruitment. Management of the College’s HR system.
• IT – Responsible for the management of third party contractor ensuring the IT needs of the College are met.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced human resources professional looking for your next challenge?
Do you want to work for an exciting social change organisation with the mission of enabling people, places and the planet to flourish?
With our new Design for Life strategy, we are embarking on the next chapter in our 270 years’ strong history of social impact, with a range of interventions to unite people and ideas to turn world changing ideas into world changing actions.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a People Advisor to help us achieve real impact by business partnering with managers and senior stakeholders across the organisation to deliver best practice advice and guidance on HR policy and practice.
This role is based from RSA House in London for at least three days per week, with hybrid flexibility for the remaining days.
About You
What we look for in a successful candidate:
- A great work ethic.
- Experience of working in a professional Human Resources department at Advisory level and of effectively partnering with managers.
- Understanding and thorough knowledge of UK employment law.
- Proven expertise in recruitment (and associated activities) and HR processes (and associated activity).
- Strong excel skills with experience of producing and analysing data and statistics and reports.
To find out more about this role, please download our job description.
Apply
In order to apply, please click ‘apply for this job’ on our recruitment page and submit your CV. You will also be required to answer a series of questions. You do not need to submit a cover letter.
Please submit your application through the RSA website. We cannot accept applications via email. All applications will receive an automated response.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 November 2024. However, screening and interviews will be ongoing, so we may close the vacancy early if sufficient exceptional candidates apply. Please get your application in as soon as possible.
Please note that we cannot accept late, incomplete applications, and we can only consider candidates who apply through the online application process.
Inclusion Statement
As a social change organisation, we believe everyone, regardless of visible or invisible difference, should be welcomed to participate in creating a better future.
We aspire to maximum inclusion in our work and endeavour to challenge systemic inequity and all forms of discrimination. We therefore welcome applications from everybody who is committed to our vision and values and can demonstrate the skills, competencies and experience required for the role applied for.
Read full our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion .
About Us
We are the RSA. The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce. Where world-leading ideas are turned into world-changing actions. We’re committed to a world that is resilient, rebalanced and regenerative, where everyone can fulfil their potential.
The RSA has been at the forefront of significant social impact for 270 years. Our proven change process, rigorous research, innovative ideas platforms and unique global network of changemakers, work collectively to enable people, places and the planet to flourish. We invite you to be part of this change. Join our community. Together, we’ll unite people and ideas in collective action to create opportunities to regenerate our world.
We offer great benefits, including 29 days holiday (plus bank holidays), additional wellbeing allowance, free fellowship throughout employment and lots more! Read our full list of benefits .
Position type: Permanent. Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Flexible working will be considered.
Responsible to: Head of HR (with matrix management by Volunteer Development Manager & L&D Manager)
Direct reports: None
Location: ShelterBox HQ, Truro, Cornwall
Role purpose:
The role of the People Assistant will be to provide administrative support to the People Team. You will contribute to the efficient running of the department and assist in the delivery of a supportive, employee-oriented organisational culture that emphasises quality, continuous improvement, and high performance.
This is a busy generalist HR role and will give you a broad experience to many different elements of HR practice including recruitment, onboarding and induction, metrics and analytics, EDI, safeguarding, wellbeing, volunteers and learning and development within the humanitarian sector.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is looking to start or develop their HR career. You will be a people person, committed to delivering excellent customer service who is able to work and communicate well with different individuals and teams, both internal and external to ShelterBox.
As the first point of contact for the HR Team the ability to manage different tasks and priorities simultaneously and have excellent attention to detail will be key.
This role will help generate and collate monthly and quarterly people metrics so excellent IT skills (particularly Microsoft Office and database reporting) are essential. As a member of the HR Team, you will be handling a wide range of data, including sensitive and personal information, as such you will work with discretion and adhere to confidentiality.
Achievement of, or study toward, your CIPD Level 3 is preferable but is not essential. Knowledge of basic employment law and HR practices would be advantageous for the role.
Main role and responsibilities
This role will primarily provide administrative support for the day-to-day running of the HR Team as well as delivering administrative tasks for the Learning & Development (L&D) Team and Volunteer Development Manager. This role will also support ongoing strategic work projects of the People Team. This role will also help support the diary management for the Director of People.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
· Administration of all recruitment campaigns including advertising, arranging interviews and candidate management.
· Administer all HR-related documentation in a timely manner. Documents will relate to starters, leavers, Maternity/Paternity, probation completions, etc.
· Generate and report on monthly and quarterly people metrics.
· Management of the HR inbox and timely response to queries.
· Assist with HR project and strategy work
· Information management of the HRIS ensuring electronic records are accurately maintained and updated in accordance with GDPR legislation including personal details, absence management and employment records.
· Monthly employee file auditing, ensuring records are accurately maintained including return to work, probation, and appraisal completions.
· Support internal communications including organisational updates, wellbeing, and staff newsletters.
· Diary management support for the Director of People
· Note-taking and meeting preparation
· Support office events and initiatives in person and online
· Assist with background checks – including references and DBS checks.
· Administration of H&S requirements (including DSE Assessments).
· Coordinate the logistics and administration for our residential programmes including venue booking, travel and accommodation booking, and sourcing volunteer support.
· Support the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS)
· Manage the incoming communication from the organisation to the shared inbox to ensure all requests are dealt with in a timely and professional manner.
· Support the administration of L&D solutions including participant management, scheduling and attendance tracking.
Other responsibilities
· Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.
Interviews for the role are scheduled for 18th and 19th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
This is a standalone role and so it is very hands on with responsibility for all transactional tasks, including recruitment, payroll, pensions, training etc. You’ll also work particularly closely with senior managers to attract, retain and develop a diverse and talented team. You’ll promote a culture of learning and collaboration across the organisation, ensuring that Muscular Dystrophy UK complies with all relevant employment legislation and best practice.
We welcome applications from candidates working at Manager level, who want to step up to their first Head role. We are looking for candidates that are comfortable to work on an operational as well as strategic level.
Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities.
About us:
Muscular Dystrophy UK is the charity bringing individuals, families and professionals together to fight muscle-wasting conditions. We bring together more than 60 rare and very rare progressive muscle-weakening and wasting conditions, affecting around 110,000 children and adults in the UK.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We also offer a range of benefits including pension, life assurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, financial wellbeing and an employee assistance programme.
Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).
NB Interviews likely to be held on 14 or 15 November.
*Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.