Human Resources Associate

Role Overview

• The HR Associate will play a pivotal role in supporting the HR function and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Acting as the first point of contact for all HR-related queries, this role combines administrative responsibilities with involvement in strategic HR projects. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving HR initiatives that align with organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for all HR-related queries.
• Administer HR documentation, including contracts of employment.
• Maintain and update HR databases to ensure accuracy and compliance with legislation.
• Answer calls to the switchboard and direct as required.
• Act as the first approver for expenses.
• Manage travel and hotel bookings.
• Manage the new starters and leavers processes, including induction planning.
• Review and update HR policies.
• Manage Health and Safety compliance, including DSE assessments.
• Approve holiday requests.
• Administer Breathe HR system.
• Prompt line managers for monthly 1-2-1s and12-month reviews and document these in Breathe HR files.
• Document HR processes for consistency and compliance.
• Work with the Operations Director on HR related projects.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

Benefits 

• Work Anywhere Organisation. 
• 4-day work week model.* 
• Private healthcare including mental health support.* 
• Three company events a year.  
• A family-like culture. 
• Twenty-three days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after two years of service, by an additional one day a year (up to 27 days) (pro-rata for contract period). 
• A day off on your birthday.* 

*Benefits applicable once probation is passed/permanent employees only.  

About You 

• Sees working remotely as a value-add, not a compromise.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar HR Administration role.
• CIPD Level 3 qualified or above. 

Salary

£28,000.00-£30,000.00 (depending on experience).

Hours

This role can be full time or part time (minimum 15 hours a week).

Fixed-term maternity cover contract (6 months).

If you are interested in this role or want to find out more, please apply via LinkedIn, or you can email careers@highgate-it.co.uk.