Job Description

Green Spark

is an expanding national drainage services and pollution prevention company. We specialise in bespoke solutions with blue chip, multi-site organisations, particularly contract logistics, warehousing, and through FM providers. We fix, audit, report, recommend and manage works to support our client's operations and compliance.

Can you deliver a first class efficient HR process and are also looking to learn, develop and grow your career by supporting a small team in the full range of HR services. This role is also about a willingness to learn, be coached and being prepared to get stuck in, stretch yourself and be proactive in finding solutions in a growing and evolving business. We are a small team so wear many hats, and as well as covering the full range of HR services we willingly support our business in many other ways too.

We are the Green Spark Group central people team that support 2 businesses and so this key role will involve multiple and cross functional interactions across colleagues at all levels throughout both Green Spark Environmental and Green Spark Utilities.

The HR Assistant will support the HR Team in a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. This role is responsible for maintaining employee records, assisting in recruitment processes, payroll, supporting onboarding activities, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is meticulous, organised, and has excellent communication skills.

You will be the first port of call for HR support within the organisation.

Assisting with employee relations is a vital part of this role, writing letters, report summaries and note taking as requires. You will play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothly, supporting both colleagues and managers with a professional and confidential approach. and that all queries are dealt with promptly and reliably.

The role requires from time-to-time competency in running full weekly and monthly payroll transactions on SAGE50 and SAGEHR, including basic payments, overtime, SSP, SMP (or derivatives), Court Orders and other deductions, annual statutory returns (e.g. P60's, P11D's). Both business have weekly and monthly payrolls totalling up to 100 employees.

We are looking for someone who will put the people we support at the centre of everything we do, and in return we offer you an opportunity to work alongside an experienced and dedicated team, and be part of shaping the HR agenda. We are a pro-active and driven team with a "can do" attitude. The team operate with a personal and friendly approach to ensure the employee lifecycle function is a positive experience. The successful candidate will be adaptable to change and have the skills and abilities "to hit the ground running". We currently use SAGE payroll and experience here would be a distinct advantage.

Responsibilities:

Dealing with various HR queries throughout the business Informing employees of their rights and entitlements and keeping them up to date on any changes that are made. Managing relationships, responding to queries or problems that arise and managing expectations. Handling HR matters reliably and in accordance with legal requirements. Supporting the HR Partner with various capability issues Support the recruitment process, including advertising roles, scheduling interviews, and liaising with candidates Assisting with onboarding and associated correspondence including offer letters and contracts Ensure all new starter paperwork is processed and updated accordingly. Dealing with changes to terms and conditions of employment Reviewing and updating role profiles Ensure that all employee information is prepared processed and entered onto SAGE in a timely and accurate manner. Update remuneration and ensure associated correspondence is sent to employee. Ensure new starter information is sent to the Finance team for processing new starters. Assist with day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties. Note taking. Support with HR events and initiatives such as health and wellness programs or training sessions. Seeking out and booking appropriate training solutions and loading these onto relevant systems Completing various DBS and vetting checks
There may also be the odd occasion where you will be required to work a bank holiday between Christmas and New Year depending on how the days fall.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. We help each other out so there may be times when you will be expected and are willing to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of our team in support of Green Spark.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14,404.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

At least 2 years SAGE 50 Payroll and SAGE HR experience
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

processing payroll: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person