HR Assistant

6 days ago


Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom VolkerWessels UK Ltd Full time

VolkerWessels UK Ltd is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors.

We have a superb opportunity for an HR Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the HR Team in providing an efficient and streamlined service to the business with regard to all HR related administrative tasks. This role has a wide remit which includes input to all HR admin and is an important support role to the business.

About the Role

  • Support the HR Team in providing administrative assistance with HR related tasks
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
  • Provide administrative support to the HR Manager and other members of the HR Team
  • Assist with recruitment and onboarding processes
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders
  • Provide excellent customer service to employees and management
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of business strategies

About You

  • GCSEs Grades A* to C or 9 to 4 under the new grading system in Maths and English (or acceptable equivalent)
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work alone without constant direction
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
  • Ability to prioritise workload and consistently meet deadlines
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office suite
  • Possession of a confident but helpful manner
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Reliable
  • Calm under pressure
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times and in all circumstances

Why Work with Us?

VolkerWessels UK Ltd is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff. We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Competitive salary
  • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
  • Private medical care
  • Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
  • Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
  • Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • Mental health, physical health, and financial support
  • 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK Ltd is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.


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