HR Assistant

The Bukola Group specialises in HR recruitment and trusted HR support.

We are looking for a highly organised HR Assistant to support our client's Human Resources function. You will act as the first point of contact

for HR-related queries from employees and external partners, ensuring a professional, helpful and confidential service.

The role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

You will be fully supported by the Head of HR and the team, this is an opportunity to further enhance your HR skills

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration & Documentation

• Prepare and issue HR documentation including employment contracts, offer letters, variation letters, and formal correspondence.

• Maintain accurate personnel files and employee records, ensuring confidentiality and GDPR compliance.

• Manage HR documents such as onboarding packs, new starter guides and policy documents.

• Update HR systems and internal databases with employee information, changes and key HR data.

Employee Lifecycle Support

• Support the end-to-end onboarding process, ensuring new starters receive all required documentation, equipment, and welcome information.

• Assist in the offboarding process including processing resignations, preparing leaver letters, and updating records.

• Respond to HR queries from employees, providing guidance or escalating as appropriate.

Policy & Compliance

• Assist with updating and implementing HR policies to ensure alignment with current legislation and organisational standards.

• Manage compliance-related documentation, ensuring all required certifications and checks are up to date.

• Provide required HR documentation to external third parties as needed.

HR Reporting & Data Management

• Generate regular HR reports and trackers, such as absence, turnover and employee data.

• Assist with payroll administration by providing accurate and timely employee information, including leave, hours and changes.

Performance, Training & Development

• Support administration of the appraisal process, ensuring timely completion and accurate record-keeping.

• Record and track employee training needs and associated costs identified during the appraisal cycle.

Employee Support & Communications

• Act as a point of contact for staff inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits and procedures.

• Share updates with employees on policy changes, benefits and HR processes as directed by senior management.

Office & Operational Support

• Raise IT requests for new starters and assist with setting up equipment.

• Provide occasional support to the Office Manager and cover duties during absence.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs (including English and Maths).

• A-Level or equivalent in Business, HR or Administration (desirable).

• CIPD Level 3 (completed or working towards) is an advantage.

Experience

• Previous experience in an administrative role; HR administration experience preferred.

• Experience working with HR systems

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel.

• Compliance experience and ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment (highly desirable).

Personal Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proactive, self-starter with a strong sense of ownership.

• Reliable, organised and able to manage multiple priorities.

• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.

• High level of integrity and professionalism when handling sensitive HR matters.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Human resources: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid ( 1 day) London EC2A 1AH