HR Assistant (Employee Relations) FTC until 31st October 2026
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £26,807.00 i £29,786.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | B37 7YD |
| Cwmni: | Platform Housing Group |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 0352 |
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Do you have a strong background in transactional HR and employee relations? If so, and you're eager to advance your career in Employee Relations within an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can make a positive difference to the lives of our customers, we'd love to hear from you!
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR & Employee Relations Assistant to join our fabulous team on a fixed term basis until 31st October 2026 to join and play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of a first-class Employee Relations service.
As our HR & Employee Relations Assistant, you'll support managers and colleagues across the Group with employment and wellbeing issues, making sure everything aligns with our Group's Policies and Procedures.
What will some of your daily tasks will include?
-Acting as first point of contact providing accurate and timely advice to managers and colleagues.
-Ensuring compliance with legal requirements and best practice, escalating more complex issues to the ER Specialists.
-Assisting managers with stage one absence meetings, family leave & flexible working requests and probation reviews. Supporting the Employment Relations Specialist.
-Co-ordinating meetings and associated paperwork in collaboration with respective managers and/or meeting chairs and ER specialists
-Assist ER Specialist with complex ER Investigations including note taking and collation and preparation of materials in relation to case work
-Accurately maintaining employee records, associated correspondence to colleagues and ensuring changes are made in line with the payroll cycle.
-Reviewing weekly HR management information reports eg absence, and where action is needed working collaboratively with ER Specialist
What are we looking for from you?
-Previous experience in a HR support role with exposure to employee relations casework is essential
-Experience of co-ordinating meetings, managing documentation, and providing administrative assistance such as note taking, formulating outcome letters and related correspondence
-Experience working with HRIS systems to managing colleague data and employment records essential, previous use of iTrent would be advantageous
-Excellent ICT skills (Word, Excel) with high levels of attention to detail and accuracy in administration and system work
-Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, in individual or group situations
-Proactive and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
-Experience of maintaining employee records and completion of colleague contractual changes in line with monthly payroll deadlines.
While this role is home-based, you must be able to travel regularly to our Group offices located at Birmingham Business Park, Solihull, and Central Park, Worcester
**Please note that the formal job title for this role is Employee Relations Assistant and is a fixed term maternity cover until 31st October 2026**
Some of the great benefits we can offer you:
-Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
-Family friendly policies and Learning and Development opportunities
-Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
-Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
-Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and based on employee contributions)
-Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers
-Learning and Development opportunities
-Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme
For more details about this position, please refer to the attached job description or if you'd like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please email: recruitmment@platformhg.com
How to apply:
If you're looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking organisation that's dedicated to investing in people and communities for a stronger, more sustainable future, click “apply now” to complete a brief online application and upload your current CV. We'll be holding virtual interviews via MS Teams for this role on 12th & 13th February and will contact you following shortlisting to arrange a suitable time.
Early applications welcomed as we may close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
We do not require recruitment agency help at this time - all speculative CV's will be treated as a direct application.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR & Employee Relations Assistant to join our fabulous team on a fixed term basis until 31st October 2026 to join and play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of a first-class Employee Relations service.
As our HR & Employee Relations Assistant, you'll support managers and colleagues across the Group with employment and wellbeing issues, making sure everything aligns with our Group's Policies and Procedures.
What will some of your daily tasks will include?
-Acting as first point of contact providing accurate and timely advice to managers and colleagues.
-Ensuring compliance with legal requirements and best practice, escalating more complex issues to the ER Specialists.
-Assisting managers with stage one absence meetings, family leave & flexible working requests and probation reviews. Supporting the Employment Relations Specialist.
-Co-ordinating meetings and associated paperwork in collaboration with respective managers and/or meeting chairs and ER specialists
-Assist ER Specialist with complex ER Investigations including note taking and collation and preparation of materials in relation to case work
-Accurately maintaining employee records, associated correspondence to colleagues and ensuring changes are made in line with the payroll cycle.
-Reviewing weekly HR management information reports eg absence, and where action is needed working collaboratively with ER Specialist
What are we looking for from you?
-Previous experience in a HR support role with exposure to employee relations casework is essential
-Experience of co-ordinating meetings, managing documentation, and providing administrative assistance such as note taking, formulating outcome letters and related correspondence
-Experience working with HRIS systems to managing colleague data and employment records essential, previous use of iTrent would be advantageous
-Excellent ICT skills (Word, Excel) with high levels of attention to detail and accuracy in administration and system work
-Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, in individual or group situations
-Proactive and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
-Experience of maintaining employee records and completion of colleague contractual changes in line with monthly payroll deadlines.
While this role is home-based, you must be able to travel regularly to our Group offices located at Birmingham Business Park, Solihull, and Central Park, Worcester
**Please note that the formal job title for this role is Employee Relations Assistant and is a fixed term maternity cover until 31st October 2026**
Some of the great benefits we can offer you:
-Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
-Family friendly policies and Learning and Development opportunities
-Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
-Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
-Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and based on employee contributions)
-Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers
-Learning and Development opportunities
-Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme
For more details about this position, please refer to the attached job description or if you'd like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please email: recruitmment@platformhg.com
How to apply:
If you're looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking organisation that's dedicated to investing in people and communities for a stronger, more sustainable future, click “apply now” to complete a brief online application and upload your current CV. We'll be holding virtual interviews via MS Teams for this role on 12th & 13th February and will contact you following shortlisting to arrange a suitable time.
Early applications welcomed as we may close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
We do not require recruitment agency help at this time - all speculative CV's will be treated as a direct application.
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