HR Assistant - #2110511

Job Title: HR Assistant

Location: City of London

Role: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (Full time)

Working Arrangement: Hybrid Working (3 days in office)

Salary: Very Competitive

The firm

Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a strong presence across key global markets. Known for delivering exceptional legal services to a diverse range of clients, the firm prides itself on fostering a collaborative, professional, and inclusive working environment.

The role

In your new role as an HR Assistant, you will support the day-to-day delivery of HR services within a busy London office. Reporting into Director of HR and Administration, you will play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothly across the employee lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating recruitment processes, including interview scheduling and communication with hiring managers and agencies.
• Supporting the onboarding process, preparing employment documentation and ensuring a positive new starter experience.
• Managing pre-employment screening and compliance checks.
• Coordinating inductions and orientation programmes for new employees.
• Supporting probation review processes and preparing associated documentation.
• Assisting with employee relations matters, including absence management, flexible working requests and other people-related issues.
• Coordinating offboarding activities, including leaver administration and exit processes.
• Maintaining accurate HR records, personnel files and HR documentation.
• Monitoring absence records and supporting payroll-related administration.
• Responding to employee queries and providing general HR support across the business.
• Assisting with HR projects, reporting requirements and wider administrative activities.

What do you need?

In order to be successful in this role you will need:

• Previous HR experience, ideally gained within a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience working with HR systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding and broader employee lifecycle processes.

What do you get in return?

In return, you will receive a competitive salary with excellent benefits and the opportunity to work at a growing and prestigious international law firm.

Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your resume. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all inquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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