HR Assistant

HR Assistant. Hybrid role (3-4 days per week in the office, in Bedford). I’m working with a well-established, but rapidly growing, people-focused organisation (Technical services / £ multi-million t/o) to recruit a proactive and highly organised HR Assistant to join HR team. The HR team is very collaborative and supportive and has a great reputation within the company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to continue a career in HR within a professional and fast-paced environment, where you’ll work across the full employee lifecycle. HR Assistant - The Role: As HR Assistant, you’ll provide essential administrative support to the HR function and wider business. You’ll play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothly—from recruitment and onboarding through to employee changes and leavers. You’ll also act as a first point of contact for HR queries, helping deliver a responsive and professional HR service across the organisation. HR Assistant – Key Responsibilities: Working in a highly stakeholder-facing role, the position covers: * New starter administration * Onboarding and inductions * Recruitment administration * HR system / Ticketing / and HR inbox management & maintenance * Employee changes / Leavers administration * Employee lifecycle administration (absence, payroll updates, probation, ER support) * HR policies / projects and documentation support * Background screening and vetting About You: I’m looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working in a busy HR environment. You’ll likely have: * 2yrs+ as an HR Assistant * Be incredibly people-centric : ) * Ideally CIPD Foundation level * Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail * Good time management and the ability to prioritise workload effectively * A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills * A proactive, positive attitude with a “can-do” mindset * Solid IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office Additional Information * Full driving licence preferred HR Assistant – Location: * Hybrid: 3-4 days per week at the office in Bedford * Free parking available * Occasional travel to other locations (company offices) may be required This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive HR team where you’ll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of HR activities and develop your career in a dynamic and evolving business. Offers subject to satisfactory DBS clearance. Services advertised by Dupen are those of an Agency