HR Assistant in Colchester

HR Administrator / HR Coordinator Full-Time | Office Based Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum Join a Growing and People-Focused Business Are you an organised and proactive HR professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an enthusiastic HR Administrator / HR Coordinator to join our busy and supportive HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous HR administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to broaden their exposure across all areas of Human Resources whilst also supporting payroll activities. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the HR function, providing first-class administrative support and helping to deliver an excellent employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Supporting the HR team with all aspects of HR administration * Managing employee records and maintaining accurate HR databases * Producing employment contracts, offer letters and HR correspondence * Assisting with onboarding and induction processes for new starters * Coordinating recruitment activities, including interview scheduling and candidate communication * Processing HR documentation relating to starters, leavers and employee changes * Supporting monthly payroll by collating and checking information such as absence, overtime and employee changes * Monitoring annual leave, sickness and other employee records * Responding to HR-related queries from employees and managers * Assisting with HR projects, training coordination and employee engagement initiatives * Ensuring compliance with company policies and employment legislation What We're Looking For * Previous experience within an HR Administration, HR Assistant or HR Coordinator role * Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail * Confident handling confidential and sensitive information * Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word * Experience supporting payroll processes would be advantageous * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a busy environment * A positive, proactive and team-focused attitude What's on Offer? Salary up to £32,000 Full-time permanent position Opportunity to gain exposure to all areas of HR Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing training and career development opportunities The chance to be part of a growing and successful organisation Interested? If you're looking for a varied HR role where no two days are the same and you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity