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HR Assistant – Godstone, SurreyBe the Heart of an Outstanding People ExperienceAre you energised by helping others thrive? Do you bring structure, clarity, and a people-first mindset to everything you do? We’re looking for an HR Assistant who is passionate about creating exceptional employee experiences and supporting a growing, ambitious People function.This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your HR career and help build the foundations of a high-performing HR team.About the ClientOur client partners with businesses at every stage of their journey — launching, scaling, optimising, and achieving sustainable success. With a commitment to people development, operational excellence, and long-term growth, they work collaboratively across industries to deliver outcomes that make a real impact.The OpportunityAs the HR Assistant, you’ll work closely with and report to the Head of HR. You’ll play a key role in delivering a smooth employee journey, supporting onboarding, managing people processes, and acting as a reliable point of contact for employees and franchise partners.Important note: For the first six months, as the HR function expands and new processes are implemented, the role will involve a significant amount of administrative work. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys organising, improving processes, and growing into a broader remit as the team develops.Key ResponsibilitiesHelp Create a Standout Onboarding Experience- Support the development and delivery of induction content and onboarding processes.- Coordinate with IT, managers, and training teams to ensure seamless new starter journeys.- Assist with organising and delivering induction sessions and onboarding events.Support Smooth and Effective People Processes- Complete right-to-work checks, background screening, and pre-employment compliance.- Manage employee lifecycle administration within the HRIS (Humaans).- Maintain accurate, compliant employee data and support process improvements.Provide Friendly and Reliable Employee Support- Act as a first point of contact for new employees, contractors, and franchise partners.- Gather feedback to help improve the new hire experience.- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace environment.Support Day-to-Day HR Operations- Process employee changes promptly and accurately.- Manage HR inboxes with care and professionalism, escalating where needed.- Provide admin support to the Head of HR, including meeting notes and project assistance (HR or L&D).Contribute to Compliance & Best Practice- Maintain documentation to support audits and regulatory requirements.- Assist in creating HR and learning materials.What You’ll Bring- CIPD Level 3 or Level 5 (or working towards), or a strong interest in progressing HR qualifications- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- Strong organisation and adaptability in a fast-paced environment- High levels of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality- Great written communication and attention to detail- A valid driving licence (occasional travel required)Hybrid WorkingThis role operates on a hybrid basis, with four days per week required at the Godstone,Surrey Head Office.