HR Assistant in Liverpool

X1 Sales and Lettings are proud to have a workforce consisting of the best talent in the industry. We are a rapidly expanding Sales, Lettings, Property and Block Management business with offices in Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester and Kent. We have an expert team base of over 140 team members and a managed portfolio of over 4500 properties across the Northwest and Kent.

We are looking for a HR Assistant keen to build on their current experience who is organised, proactive and people focused, with a genuine interest in developing a career in HR, becoming a trusted and reliable member of the team.

Our Values

We pride ourselves on developing and rewarding our team and making sure everyone plays a part in the continuing success of our company. We operate by the values of Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, Fun, Compliance and Flexibility.

The Role – Your Focus and Contribution

As a member of the HR team, you will be responsible for working on all areas of HR admin, reporting to and supporting our HR Manager. No two days will look the same and it is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across all areas of HR. Discretion and great communication verbally and in writing are key for this role, as is a keen eye for spreadsheets, and being confident and able to work independently.

This is a prime role for you to make a difference, develop your skills and strengths, with a complete focus on our people, who are at the heart of our business and ongoing success.

• Recruitment - coordinating the end to end process including preparing and posting job adverts, CV screening against agreed criteria, arranging interviews, candidate communication, references and preparing job offers.
• Onboarding of new starters - admin and paperwork such as drawing up and issuing contracts and pre-employment checks.
• Offboarding - following our leavers processes.
• Administration - maintain accurate employee records, HR systems, trackers and documentation, ensuring information is up to date.
• Probation review check-ins, extension and pass letters.
• Providing company references, letters of employment etc.
• Assist with payroll preparation and admin.
• Keep employee handbook up to date as instructed.
• Assist with milestone celebrations - 5yr, 10yr etc.
• Elements of internal comms e.g. communication of policy changes.
• Support, assist with preparation and take minutes during HR meetings - e.g. flexible working, disciplinaries etc.
• Act as first point of contact for basic HR queries, escalating more complex or sensitive matters to the HR Manager.
• Reporting and auditing within HR.
• Support and assist HR Manager as needed.
• Support with and take on ad hoc HR projects and tasks as required.

About You

We are looking for a highly organised individual, with an eye for detail, great self-management skills, someone who is proud of what they do, keen to build on their current HR experience and progress, and has a people-friendly approachable personality.

• Excellent organisational skills.
• Pro-active approach.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Use own initiative to effectively problem solve.
• Strong communicator.
• Discreet and confidential.
• Works confidently in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional standards.
• Proficient on Microsoft, particularly Word and Excel.
• Professional, positive and enthusiastic approach.

We offer:

A competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and additional paid time off at Christmas. An investment in your ongoing training and development - we would love to sponsor you through your CIPD qualifications as your experience grows. We offer a whole host of employee perks such as discount cards and regular treats and staff events, as well as city centre complimentary gym access.

Department: Human Resources
Location: Liverpool City Centre
Salary: £24,785 - £25,500 dependent on experience
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday, with a 4.30 informal early finish on Fridays.