HR Assistant in Newquay

THE NICI Collection is a luxury lifestyle hotel group inspired by some of the world's most iconic destinations. From our flagship hotel, THE NICI Bournemouth, to the newly opened THE NICI Newquay and THE NICI New Forest, we are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and outstanding service at every touchpoint.

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and enthusiastic HR Assistant to support our people function at The Nici, Newquay. Reporting to the Group HR Manager, you will provide administrative support across a range of HR activities, helping to ensure a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. While the majority of your time will be dedicated to supporting The Nici, Newquay, there may be occasions where you will assist other sites within the group as required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous administration experience who is looking to develop a career in Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support to managers and employees.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and new starter documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction processes for new employees.
• Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files.
• Carry out right-to-work checks and ensure compliance documentation is up to date.
• Support recruitment activities, including posting vacancies, arranging interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Assist with monitoring probation periods and employee documentation.
• Update HR systems and maintain data accuracy.
• Support payroll administration by processing employee changes and ensuring information is submitted accurately and on time.
• Assist with training administration and record keeping.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and events.
• Provide general administrative support to the Group HR Manager and wider management team.

Skills & Experience

• Previous administration experience, ideally within HR, hospitality or a customer-focused environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• A positive, proactive and flexible approach to work.
• An interest in developing a career in Human Resources.
• CIPD qualification or studying towards CIPD is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Part-time hours (20 hours per week).
• Flexible working pattern.
• Opportunities for learning and development.
• Employee discounts and benefits.
• A supportive and friendly working environment within a growing hospitality group.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about people, highly organised and keen to build a career in HR while contributing to an exceptional employee experience. Join THE NICI Collection and be part of an exciting hospitality brand where exceptional service, memorable experiences, and career growth go hand in hand.