Human Resources Assistant

Muslim Hands, Radford, City of Nottingham

Human Resources Assistant

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Muslim Hands, Radford, City of Nottingham

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 days ago, 1 Dec | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ac0932b9dd6042b4996af65e48569b41

Full Job Description

Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and passionate individual to support our HR Services. The Postholder will work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of the HR team, being integral in the provision of the required support and direct assistance with all aspects of the day-to-day running of the department. The HR Assistant shall progressively take ownership of a variety operational activities whilst ensuring all administrational expectations of the HR department are met to (and maintained at) a high standard. Job Specifics:

  • To develop relationships with and assist staff at all levels within the organisation by providing a comprehensive HR service, dealing with general HR enquiries face to face, by email, by telephone or by other approved means; including regularly representing the HR Department at other Muslim Hands' sites in order to provide the same.
  • To support with the delivery and attainment of the key performance indicators of the HR Department, aiming to achieve over and beyond the department's expectations at every opportunity.
  • To champion operational effectiveness of the HR Department and ensure the responsibilities of the post are conducted in a way that reflects the standards, vision and values of the organisation.
  • To proactively support with the full life cycle of all staff recruited, from drafting / adding adverts, managing recruitment campaigns, adding new starters to our HR systems, induction, probation, absence management, variations of contracts, leavers to providing after-care.
  • To effectively manage the 'HR Inbox' resolving queries and escalating/forwarding concerns to the HR Manager for effective decision making and resolution.
  • To effectively and efficiently maintain the HR database(s) to ensure all staff records are comprehensively and accurately kept up to date and compliant with current UK legislation.
  • To proactively promote excellence in regard to all Muslim Hands' Values, Policies, Procedures and Processes including but not limited to Personnel Expectations, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Well-being.
  • To undertaking any other duties which may be reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and scope of the role.
  • To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in live TV appeals during our peak periods., Please note we're not responsible for the content of job ads, as they're posted by the recruiter. We'll aim to resolve the reported issue and we'll use your feedback to improve the quality of our ads.

    Essential
  • Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
  • Must be able to either:
  • (1) Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR (2) Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.
  • 2+ years' experience in similar role dealing with HR administration
  • Good numeracy skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Excel functions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong diligence
  • Strong IT skills, Microsoft Office and competent in the use of IT systems including HR databases
  • Confident and professional attitude in the provision of people support services
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels
  • Adept to handling difficult personnel matters
  • Excellent telephone manner and attitude to customer service
  • Reliable, flexible, and willing to work smart and to learn new skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with a positive 'can do' mentality
  • Resilient and able to work calmly during times of pressure and meet deadlines and targets effectively
  • Pro-active and excellent collaborator
  • Desirable
  • CIPD Level 5 qualified or NQF Level 6 qualified within a similar discipline
  • Competent understanding of UK Employment Law
  • Leading organisational personnel development and CPD
  • [Lead] Investigation Officer experience in dealing with disputes at work
  • Experience of leading or influencing change including the development of a HR Strategy
  • Understanding of regulatory bodies that govern UK Charities

    Muslim Hands is a UK faith based international relief and development organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The headquarters of Muslim Hands is based in Nottingham, with additional operational function of the - fundraising team located in London. There will be occasional travel between the two locations.

    £24,000 - £27,500 per annum (commensurate with experience)
  • Full-time Contract (18-Months' Fixed Term Contract with a 6-Months' Probationary Period) Actively Interviewing, Full-time, 35-Hours Per Week, Negotiable Salary guideline: (Up to) £27,500.00 per annum (commensurate with experience) Terms of Employment: 18-Months' Fixed Term (Renewable / Extendable) with 6-Months' Probationary Period