HR Assistant

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.

This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days per week in the studio). We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.

We’re looking for a proactive and personable HR Assistant to join our People team and provide high-quality support across a wide range of HR activities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a passion for people to contribute to our dynamic and collaborative environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries, delivering a professional and friendly service to our people managers and colleagues.
• Manage the shared HR inbox alongside other HR Assistants.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support including diary management, correspondence, database maintenance, and payroll administration.
• Track, monitor, and report on key HR metrics.
• Independently manage HR processes such as employee onboarding, offboarding, and parental leave.
• Conduct new starter inductions and support onboarding initiatives.
• Maintain and update HRIS and benefits platforms, offering system support where needed.
• Assist with Global Mobility initiatives and onboarding.
• Take minutes in employee relations meetings and exit interviews.
• Support HR Advisors and Business Partners with projects across the employee lifecycle including succession planning, reward, learning & development, compliance, wellbeing, and engagement.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Good understanding of HR processes and employment legislation.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Great listening skills and a personable, approachable manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the business and engage relevant stakeholders.

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

• Previous experience in a similar HR role.
• Previous experience using a HR Information System.
• Keen interest in pursuing CIPD qualifications.

You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.