People Assistant

Job description

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic People Assistant based in Lisburn. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to gain and develop experience in human resources.

Responsibilities

• To assist the People Advisor in providing a high-quality professional people service.
• To support the management of time and attendance system Kronos, ensuring all information is up to date and accurate prior to payroll sign off.
• Run payroll reports and check payroll for accuracy.
• To assist resolving pay queries when they arise.
• To support absence management, including administration and policing of the absence procedure and providing guidance to managers.
• To provide support to managers, in particular, note taking during employee meetings i.e. disciplinary, grievance, absence, welfare, flexible working, etc.
• Assist with recruitment on site and advise managers on any aspects of the recruitment process.
• To assist with onboarding of new employees, organising pre-medicals, setting up access to IT systems etc.
• Managing occupational health appointments and ensure all records are kept up to date.
• To ensure personnel files are kept up to date and accurate to meet legal compliance requirements.
• To assist with general administration duties.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Previous experience working in a people and/or payroll team with a CIPD qualification would be desirable however all relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong numerical and literacy skills in English are essential.
• High Level of Microsoft Skills especially in MS Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and confident in dealing with problems and challenges.
• Ability to listen and understand people but also understand the importance of keeping information private and confidential.
• Must have a flexible and adaptable approach to demands and changes in work activity.
• Can work to strict deadlines and under time pressures.

Desirable Skills

• Oracle or Kronos system experience desirable.
• A good team worker.

Further Information

This People Assistant position is based in Lisburn, Northern Ireland. If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV to View email address on jobapplyni.com. If you are calling regarding this position, please contact our Lisburn branch on Show phone number between working hours of 8:00am 5:00pm and ask for Ruta.