HR Assistant

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support our London human resources 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.

The HR Assistant will be responsible for the day-to-day HR administration, recruitment coordination and payroll support for our London sites: OXO, Head Office and Knightsbridge.

What you will be doing:

• Deliver high-quality HR administrative support, including contracts, letters, onboarding, 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 the Recruitment Business 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.

Profile:

• Some 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 with Microsoft Excel and HR systems
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

All your hard work?

At Harvey Nichols, we champion career development and are passionate about our people. We will do all we can to support your journey and career path with us. Alongside this, you will have access to a world of amazing benefits such as:

• Employee discount: up to 40% on Fashion and Hospitality, 30% on Beauty & Perfumery
• Clothing Allowance
• Season Ticket loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Medicash - Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a series of discounts, e.g. Gym, Tech, etc.

You will also have access to charity days, recognition schemes and learning & development opportunities! These are just some of the reasons people join and stay!