Unison Centre

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom UNISON Full time

**About this role**

Are you a detail-oriented, organised, and people-focused professional looking for an exciting opportunity in human resources? We have an opening for an HR Administrator at UNISON. As an HR Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth HR operations and providing essential support to our employees. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and have a passion for HR, we want to hear from you

As an HR Administrator, you will be responsible for assisting with a wide range of HR functions and ensuring the smooth running of our HR department. You will support our HR team in various areas, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and general HR operations. We are currently modernising our HR operations and recruitment processes, and this is a great time join us to be part of the change, gain valuable experience in human resources and contribute to the overall success of UNISON.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Assist with recruitment activities, by posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, and coordinating the hiring process including preparation of employment contracts.
- Facilitate the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a seamless transition into the organisation.
- Maintain accurate employee records on our HR system (Resource Link).
- Support employee relations initiatives by assisting with grievance and disciplinary meetings.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including childcare, retirement plans, and leave management.
- Prepare HR-related reports and maintain HR metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
- Respond to standard employee enquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.

The full summary of duties and skills required for each role can be found below in the Job Description and Person Specification.

**About you**
- Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in HR software and systems.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience in an HR administrative role or similar position.
- Strong knowledge of HR processes, procedures, and best practices.
- Familiarity with employment law.



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