Job Description

Company Overview

Greyhound Racing UK is a new company which has enveloped the Greyhound Star and has its background in greyhound racing journalism and broadcasting. We are an advertising and promotional vehicle for the greyhound racing industry with big ambitions to increase publicity and coverage across the UK population. We're truly passionate about greyhound welfare and improving the sport's image.

You'll find us to be a company that's focused on being an employer of choice where people thrive, and your voice is truly heard. We are a Living Wage, Hours and Pension Accredited Employer and Disability Confident Committed. We empower our colleagues to do great work by investing in learning, personal development, and technology.

Summary

The role of the HR Assistant is to provide administrative support to the HR Lead, primarily in recruitment, onboarding and maintaining employee records, whilst ensuring confidentiality and accuracy at all times.

The HR Department offers both internal and external HR Support, and the postholder will need to be onsite a minimum of one day a week at our customers premises (Towcester Racecourse) to provide hands on support.

This is a newly created role designed for someone looking to further their career in HR or return to the profession, CIPD Level 3 Apprenticeships will be happily considered.

Responsibilities

Recruitment Support

Assisting with job postings Liaising with agencies for temporary and contract roles, ensuring staff coverage at busy periods Reviewing resumes and applications Scheduling and coordinating interviews Conducting candidate reference checks.
Records Management

Maintaining and updating employee records in HR databases. Ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. Managing employee files and documentation
Onboarding and Orientation

Assisting with new employee onboarding and orientation processes. Preparing onboarding materials and documents. Coordinating training sessions and activities.
Payroll support

Assisting with payroll processing and data entry. Tracking employee attendance and time off.
General Administration

General Administrative Support to the HR Lead as required. Answering phones and directing calls. Scheduling meetings and appointments. Filing and organizing HR documents. Ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures. Staying up-to-date on relevant employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

A background in HR is advantageous CIPD Level 3 qualified is advantageous but not essential. Good understanding of GDPR and a strong respect for confidentiality. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Computer literate, knowledge of HRIS is advantageous. Excellent Communication Skills: Both written and verbal. Accuracy in data entry and record-keeping is paramount. Administrative experience in an HR environment preferred. Recruitment experience is advantageous.
If you are passionate about human resources and want to make a difference in the greyhound racing industry, we invite you to apply today and become part of our team!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Towcester NN12 6LB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Human resources: 1 year (preferred) Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Towcester NN12 6LB