GT Stewart is a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of our operations. We value our employees and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Assistant to join our team. The HR Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our HR department with various administrative tasks and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for HR, exceptional organisational skills, and a strong desire to contribute to the success of our firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct new employee inductions, including familiarising them with company policies, procedures, and culture.
- Register new and existing colleagues for our benefits programs and ensure accurate and timely enrolment.
- Assist with the recruitment process by posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting initial screenings of candidates.
- Maintain employee records and ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
- Assist with new hire onboarding, including preparing paperwork, conducting orientations, and coordinating training sessions.
- Process payroll and assist with payroll-related inquiries.
- Administer employee benefits programmes and assist employees with benefit-related questions.
- Handle employee inquiries and provide timely and effective resolution or escalation when necessary.
- Assist with HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Process company leavers including correspondence and exit interviews.
- Employee relations work when required.
- Process flexible working requests and amendments to contracts according to firm policy.
- Provide training on in house case management system to new starters.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the HR department.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working as a HR Assistant/Coordinator is required.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow in the HR field.
Benefits
- Benenden healthcare and mental health assistance
- Occupational Health services
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season Ticket Loan programme
- Improved and Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Living Wage Employer commitment
- Remote Working Opportunities
- Spot Monthly Bonuses (All Staff Eligible)
- Civil Service Discount Scheme
- Free Eye Tests and Discount Glasses
- Enhanced Sick Leave
- Training Qualification Loans
This is a flexible position offering the opportunity for both fully remote and office based working. Where working remotely it may sometimes be necessary for you to attend a London office as required, primarily for specific projects or high level meetings.
The salary range for this role is between £27,000 to £30,000.
Please note, interviews may occur ahead of the closing date, so we encourage early applications.
Please send your CV and a cover letter to our dedicated HR team via email on: recruitment@gtstewart.co.uk.