Job Title: HR Associate
Location: Watford
Department: Corporate - HR
Reports to: HRSD Team Leader

Are you an enthusiastic HR professional looking to take the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Associate to join our team

About the Role:
As an HR Associate, you’ll be the first point of contact for employees on a range of HR issues, providing high-quality, customer-focused support. You’ll play a key role in managing HR processes related to the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to managing benefits and documentation. This is a dynamic role where you’ll also contribute to HR projects and work closely with various teams such as Payroll, Pensions, and Resourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to employee queries on HR issues, including benefits and policies, via our HR Case Management System (CMS).
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation, GDPR, and company policies.
• Collaborate with teams such as HR Business Partners, Payroll, and Occupational Health to provide seamless support.
• Manage the new starter/onboarding process, ensuring all documentation, including Right to Work and DBS checks, is completed.
• Coordinate employee absence and family-friendly processes (e.g., sickness leave).
• Process changes to employee benefits, rewards, and terms and conditions.
• Contribute to HR projects and help improve internal processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in an HR environment, particularly in query resolution, HR systems, and process administration.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards it).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, managing changing tasks and priorities effectively.
• Motivation to develop your HR career and a willingness to learn new systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Why Join Us?
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative HR team and develop your skills across a range of HR functions. You’ll be part of a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a real impact on the employee experience.

Ready to apply?
If you’re passionate about HR, highly motivated, and eager to progress your career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join us in shaping the future of our organisation.