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HR Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 24 June 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 24 July 2025
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6YX
Company: Eden Hotel Collection
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 1331387920

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Summary

**We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2024 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence**

We have a fantastic opportunity to join Eden Hotel Collection at our Head Office in Stratford-upon-Avon, as a Full Time HR Assistant.

This role is an integral part of our HR team, where the purpose of this role is to provide a proactive and efficient HR support service spanning all aspects of the employee lifecycle including resourcing, compliance, contracts, producing management information and projects. The resourcing element is a key area of this role, which will include management of adverts, sifting of applicants and maintaining recruitment records, as well as liaison with schools/colleges/universities and the attendance of careers fayres.

The nature of being a Head Office role will involve management reporting and payroll processing and so the ability to switch between a variable workload is key, as is the need to have an analytical mindset and enjoy that element of the role.

Outside of the transactional elements of the role – we often are working on specific projects where you may be involved with staff surveys, employee engagement projects and culture defining projects.

What you’ll need?

· Most importantly…..to care about people! (Sounds easy, right?!) This is as simple as responding to applicants looking for work, ensuring new starters receive contracts with accuracy and speed, high attention to detail around payroll processing and essentially, to make sure we are getting the basics right for our teams;

· Critically, you will need strong organisational skills and proven IT skills – particularly around Word and Excel, with the ability to pull reports and analyse employee data;

· You will the ability and confidence to build relationships remotely with our hotel management teams or potential new employee’s via the recruitment process;

· You’ll be used to or have the ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced and constantly changing environment; therefore a curious mindset, drive and a high aptitude for picking up information will also be key;

· And lastly, because we are always looking to continue expanding our employee value proposition - enthusiasm, team spirit, creativity and a genuine desire to make a difference for our teams through supporting great people projects.

What’s in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in both 2023 and 2024!)—which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

  • Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
  • Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month.
  • Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
  • Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
  • Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
  • Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
  • Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
  • The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
  • Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
  • Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
  • Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
  • Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

  • Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that value your input.
  • Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
  • Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

Want to hear more about ‘Life at Eden’? Follow us on Instagram @ehcpeople

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