Job Description

Job Summary

About us

William Purves has been guiding and supporting families through bereavement for five generations. Providing the highest standard of professionalism and a truly distinct service, our business is driven by core values of compassion, dedication, integrity, and respect. The 'William Purves family' today comprises over 100 staff and operates throughout Scotland and across Northumberland.

The Role

As a Human Resources Administrator with William Purves, you will provide the highest standards of service, guidance, and professionalism to our colleagues. You will assist the Human Resource Manager and Chief Cultural Officer to support our colleagues and ensure the efficient running of the HR function.

Ideally we are looking for someone with a minimum 2 years HR experience, preferably in a generalist role.

This role is based in our Bruntsfield head office, however, may involve travel to our offices throughout Scotland and Northumberland.

Job description

Administration:

Monitoring of HR and recruitment inbox Responding or escalating queries as appropriate Providing accurate and timely HR support Note taking in meetings
Recruitment, lead the end to end process:

Indeed job posts Formal offers / issue and receipt of all documents including contracts, references and disclosures Onboarding and Induction Follow up with TL's regarding probation updates and issue end of probation letters
Absence Management

Monthly absence report review Follow up on missing return to work forms Support Team Leaders with absence review meetings
Maintain Employee records and ensure accurate HR data:

Scanning of HR files to convert all information to a digital format Follow up on any missing information
Financial advisor liaison:

Update the monthly new starts and leavers Assist in arranging new start and annual review meetings

Personal values and attributes

A kind, caring and compassionate nature

Effective communicator and the ability to quickly and naturally establish meaningful relationships with colleagues and various stakeholders

Excellent attention to detail

Highly organised with the ability to successfully multi-task and prioritise workload, manage own time effectively and take ownership of projects and tasks

Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality and discretion

Driving licence essential

Salary and benefits offered

Salary 16,800 to 18,000 pro rata for 21 hours ( FTE 28,000 to 30,000)

Days and times of work to be negotiated

8% employer pension contribution

Financial Counselling

Group life assurance

33 days annual leave (pro rata)

Cycle to work scheme

Professional and personal development training opportunities

Uniform provided

Additional Information

Candidate Privacy statement available at: Vacancies - William Purves

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 16,800.00-18,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

Human resources: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 09/06/2025
Reference ID: HR