HR Assistant

Harvey Nichols is seeking an HR Assistant to join our People Team based at our Knightsbridge - Head Office. This is your opportunity to support our teams and help deliver an exceptional employee experience across the business. We are looking for a proactive, and detail-orientated Human Resources Assistant to support our HR team in a fast-paced luxury retail environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on delivering exceptional HR support and can confidently support day to day human resources administrative queries and escalate matters appropriately when necessary.

About the role…

As the new HR Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the HR function, acting as a first point of contact for employees and managers. You will help ensure our people processes run smoothly while providing a professional, approachable, and confidential service. You will:

• Deliver high-quality HR administrative support including contracts, letters, onboarding, and offboarding and reference requests

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely updates in HR systems.

• Support monthly payroll processes by preparing and validating data in collaboration with the London HR and payroll team

• Partner with your Talent Acquisition Partner to support recruitment from job posting to offer stage

• Coordinate interviews, liaise with candidates, and ensure a luxury-standard candidate experience

• Support onboarding processes to ensure new joiners are welcomed and integrated smoothly

• Provide support to all administrative and rewards queries received via email/teams/face to face

• Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of HR systems and use of systems and excel to manage HR data and generate reports

• Support communication and activities related to Reward and Wellbeing programs

• Participate in and contribute to employee engagement initiatives

• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and employment legislation, maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times

Is this you?

We are looking for individuals who embrace diversity, enjoy working with people, and are passionate about building a positive workplace culture in a luxury retail environment.

• You have some previous experience in a generalist HR role

• Sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices

• Energetic, positive, and solutions-focused

• Professional, discreet in all interactions

• Passionate about delivering a high-quality HR service

• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and HR systems

• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you

What’s next?

If you’re excited about supporting people, building your HR career, and being part of a truly unique business, hit the “ apply ” button below to kick-start your journey with Harvey Nichols.