Hours: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday (1 Hour Lunch)
An opportunity has arisen for a HR Assistant to work in our busy HR Department at our Bolton Office.
The successful candidate will assist the HR Manager in providing day-to‑day support and guidance in line with current and new legislation and the firm’s policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities (although not exhaustive list)
- Day to day administrative support in record keeping and preparing and typing correspondence and documents.
- Day to day support in liaising with partners and staff
- Assisting in the recruitment process including organizing interviews and making offers of employments to successful candidates
- HR Inductions
- Completion of new starter documentation, conducting DBS checks and right to work checks
- Providing the firm’s references on behalf of previous employees of the firm
- Maintenance and recording of staff sickness/staff absence records
- Operational of annual appraisal system
- Dealing with Trainee Solicitors and arranging review meetings with the Training Principle.
Person Specification
- Likely to be in professional services, although not essential
- Previous experience within a HR Department
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Possess a professional approach to all work and tasks set
- Must have strong people skills and have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Confidentiality
The traditions and values, which first established Russell & Russell as an early pioneer of legal services continues to serve us well today. We still provide friendly, professional advice in the manner a traditional high street law firm would, but this is now blended with a 21st Century approach.
The practice has 200 people and has grown organically to incorporate ten offices stretching across the Northwest; two in Bolton and one in Atherton, Bury, Chester, Farnworth, Horwich, Middleton, Oldham and Todmorden. Although we pride ourselves on being a regional firm, several of our departments service clients throughout England and Wales.
The firm holds several industry related accreditations across all its service areas, in particular the Lexcel Practice Management Standard.
- 25 days a year plus bank holidays and an accrual system after 2 years
- Birthday holiday
- Life insurance – 2x annual salary
- Referral schemes (PI, Conveyancing, Family & Wills/Probate)
- Discounted Services (Conveyancing, Family & Wills)
- Staff Introduction Scheme (Refer a success applicant and get £500)
- Monthly Raffle Draw – 1 st , 2 nd & 3 rd prizes
- Dress down once a month (linked to a chosen charity)
- Annual Christmas Party & Events
Training & Development
- Training and development opportunities
- Internal workshops
- Compliance webinars
HR Assistant in Bolton employer: russell + russell
At russell + russell, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values integrity, client relationships, and personal growth. Our supportive work culture encourages collaboration and innovation, offering flexible working arrangements and generous benefits such as 33 days of annual leave and private medical insurance. Located in a vibrant area, we provide our Tax Managers with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.
