HR Assistant

**About Wessex Internet**

Wessex Internet is a dynamic and fast-growing Internet Provider in the South West that is changing the way full fibre broadband is rolled out in rural areas. We believe that the countryside deserves lightning-fast broadband and are passionate in delivering a fantastic service to thousands of customers whose copper line upgrade is deemed uncommercial by the rest of the industry.

We design, build, and manage our own 3000km FTTP (Fibre to the Property) network in-house and are one of the leading suppliers making use of several Government funded voucher programmes.

Wessex Internet is growing fast. Our vision is to scale whilst retaining our excellent and personal customer service. In order to make our teams more effective and efficient we are investing in world class business systems and processes. Wessex Internet wants to make step change improvements to the broadband experience, setting it apart from other internet providers.

We believe in building a great place to work, where everyone’s contribution is valued, and everybody has the chance to raise their ideas and make a difference everyday.

Every one of us is responsible for the continued success of Wessex Internet, each individual has something valuable to offer, and together we’re constantly looking for better ways to serve more people. We’re growing fast, and we need the best people to join us.

**The Role**

Due to exciting company growth, Wessex Internet has a new opportunity for a HR Assistant to join our team. Reporting into our HR Advisor you will be the first point of contact for all HR admin related queries. This role takes on the responsibility of completing essential processes to ensure regulatory compliance. Overseeing our inbox, collecting and updating important employee information, and drafting documentation.

This role would suit someone who wants to develop their career in HR and gain experience providing administration. You will need to be driven and determined, super organised and thrive on variety and a busy work load.

**Responsibilities**
- Be the first point of contact for HR admin related queries, liaising with the wider HR Team as necessary
- Manage reference requests for employees that have exited the business
- Schedule all company training
- Complete payroll preparation, e.g., unpaid leave reports, timesheets
- Manage HR inbox
- Maintain our HR software ensuring it is kept up to date with employee information and documentation
- Liaise with various stakeholders across the business to ensure necessary HR paperwork has been completed
- HR reporting e.g. sickness records, headcount reports and monthly activity summaries
- Perform quality checks and regular maintenance for accuracy of employee records
- Provide administrative support to HR team, including, but not limited to, drafting correspondence, managing employee and contractor records, and updating reports within the HRIS systems

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience within a HR role or function (advantageous)
- Knowledge of HR processes required to ensure regulatory compliance (advantageous)
- Confident using Microsoft packages
- Excellent written and spoken communication
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure, multi-tasking priorities in a fast-paced environment
- CIPD membership and qualifications desirable but not essential

**Benefits**
- The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday
- Enhanced Family Pay
- Private medical insurance
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Cycle to work scheme
- Tech Scheme
- Opportunities to progress your career - We’re a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we’ll help you reach your potential
- Free breakfast - including fruit, snacks, teas & coffees available throughout the day
- Regular social events
- Free onsite parking
- 75% discount to Wessex Internet package

**Salary**:£23,000 - £25,000 per annum, DOE

**Role Type**: Full Time/Permanent

**Hours**:40 hours per week

**Location**: Office based near Blandford Forum, Dorset

**Holiday**: 25 days plus bank holidays