HR Assistant in Glasgow

Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company dedicated to transforming healthcare. With roots in the U.S. and operations in over 30 countries, we serve more than 180 million customers and patients worldwide.

Our mission is to improve the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we serve. Join our globally recognized brand, where trust, communication, and a positive culture are at the core of everything we do.

The HR Assistant is an integral part of the HR team, working proactively to deliver comprehensive HR support across all areas of this business. This is a busy and varied role covering all aspects of HR. You will need to have great verbal and written communication skills with the ability to deliver excellent customer service and build relationships with both internal and external customers.

You will have previous HR administration experience in a busy office environment and excellent attention to detail. You will also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and experience of using electronic databases. This is an ideal opportunity for recent graduates or those looking to grow their career in HR.

This is a hybrid role working between our Glasgow & Greenock offices and home.

You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Assist HRBP’s supporting the full employee lifecycle
• Supporting internal and external inquiries and requests related to the HR function
• Compiling and maintaining paper, digital, and electronic employment records
• Maintaining HRIS systems and preparation of HR reports and information
• Liaise with and provide guidance to managers and employees on routine HR Processes
• Minute taking at HR related meetings (eg Employee Relations, Team Meetings)
• Preparation of routine letters and documentation
• Liaise as required with internal teams such as Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Finance, Compensation & Benefits
• Supporting with any HR communications, events, seminars
• Support with projects
• Maintain calendars of the HR management team
• Continuous learning of best practice to improve HR efficiency

What You’ll Bring To The Role:

• CIPD Qualified or working towards
• Previous experience as an HR Administrator/Assistant within a busy HR department
• Knowledge of Employment Law and ACAS Codes of Practice
• Effective HR administration skills
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines, working at pace with high volume activities
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, and related HRIS, business and communication tools, working knowledge of Workday is preferable
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Able to work on own initiative
• Ability to accurately follow instructions

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive salary
• Multicultural and hybrid working environment
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Wellbeing Benefits
• Educational Development Program

Equal Opportunity Statement: Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.