People Assistant
Location: Southampton Office
Team: People & Culture (part of the Operations Team)
Contract Type: Permanent / Full time
Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 (Dependant on experience)
Are you looking to start your career in HR? We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our People & Culture Team as a People Assistant. This role is ideal for someone beginning their journey in HR, with the potential to progress via an apprenticeship route.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Onboarding & Offboarding
- Coordinating and undertaking new starter inductions and welcome packs.
- Managing onboarding documentation and systems.
- Handling leaver processes, including completing reference requests.
- Training & Development
- Supporting CPD and training plan creation.
- Arranging leadership and continuing competence training.
- Employee Records & Systems
- Preparing offer letters, contracts, and other employment documentation.
- Maintaining accurate records in the People information system.
- Logging absences, holidays, flexi-time, and benefits.
- Trainees & Apprentices
- Scheduling reviews and managing documentation.
- Supporting the annual trainee recruitment process.
- Recruitment & Work Experience
- Supporting the Talent Acquisition team with interview coordination and applicant tracking when required.
- Managing work experience placements and CSR event participation.
- General Support
- Responding to employee queries.
- Assisting with maternity leave, DBS checks, GDPR audits, and Lexcel inspection preparation.
- Contributing to Learning & Development initiatives.
- Organise quarterly review meetings for each team within the Firm
What We’re Looking For
- Organised and detail focused.
- A confident communicator with a proactive approach.
- Comfortable working with confidential information.
- Interested in developing a career in HR (previous experience is helpful but not essential).
Why Join Us?
- Opportunities for professional development, including potential apprenticeship routes.
- A comprehensive benefits package.
- A positive and inclusive workplace culture.
The role involves ad hoc travel to our other offices in Salisbury, Winchester, Bournemouth and Poole; therefore, a full UK driving licence is essential
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People Assistant employer: Lawfront
Farleys is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Padiham that combines the stability of a well-established legal firm with the growth opportunities of a national group. Our approachable culture fosters collaboration and creativity, allowing employees to contribute ideas and lead projects while benefiting from comprehensive career development support. With a strong commitment to community engagement and corporate partnerships, working at Farleys means being part of a team that values both professional growth and meaningful contributions to the region.
