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Join Our People Team as an HR Administrator!
Are you ready for an exciting opportunity within our dynamic People Team? As an HR Administrator, you will report directly to the HR Business Partner and play a vital role in supporting our HR functions during the implementation of the new HRIS system. Your responsibilities will include providing comprehensive administrative support across all HR functions, managing the sickness process from start to finish, transferring HR information into the new HRIS system, and onboarding new starters at Freebridge Housing. Join us and be a key part of our team!
Type and term of contract: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract for 6 months.
About Freebridge Community Housing:
Our Freebridge Community Housing goal is to provide affordable, safe, and quality homes for current and future generations, for those who need a place to call home. Freebridge was set up in 2006, to receive the transfer of the Borough Council of Kings Lynn and West Norfolk’s housing stock. We now have over 7500 properties across west and north Norfolk, in addition to building new homes for social and affordable rent, and to support those who want to move into shared home ownership. into shared home ownership. We’ve had numerous achievements, including delivering our tenants' promises and bringing homes to the Decent Homes Standard, affording our customers a much better quality of living. At Freebridge, we live by our values: Belong, Own It, Think Customer, One Team One Purpose, and Be the Change.
What you’ll be doing:
- HR System: Maintain and update the new HRIS system, run reports and ensure all information is up to date.
- Performance Reviews: Co-ordinate annual performance reviews and prepare related documentation.
- Maternity and Paternity: Administer schemes and liaise with relevant parties.
- Onboarding: Support onboarding processes and manage the DBS process.
- Training: Track training applications and provide data analysis.
- Apprenticeships: Administer the apprenticeship Levy scheme.
- Filing System: Maintain confidential files and ensure GDPR compliance.
- Equal Opportunities: Promote equal opportunities and diversity.
- Collaboration: Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in service delivery improvements.
- Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality in processing data.
What we’re looking for:
Essential Criteria:
- Level 2 Business Admin/Maths, English GCSE Grade C (or equivalent academic achievement)
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal
- Proven organisational skills
- Ability to work accurately under pressure to strict deadlines with minimum supervision
- Excellent attention to detail
- Calm and methodical approach
- Proactive and self-motivated.
Desirable Criteria:
- Holder of a Level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate or able to demonstrate a clear, thorough understanding of HR processes and procedures and employment legislation including the preparation of contracts of employment.
- Proven experience of working in a busy HR office.
What’s in it for you?
At Freebridge, we’re appreciative of our team and you can enjoy the following benefits from joining us, among many more:
- Generous Holiday Leave: Enjoy 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service.
- Exclusive Employee Discounts: Access amazing deals through our Reward Gateway.
- Comprehensive Leave Policies: Enjoy 6 months full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
- Health and Wellbeing Support: Access physio and counselling services, along with an employee assistance programme.
- Charitable Leave: One day per year to volunteer for a cause you care about.
- Discounted Gym Membership: Stay fit with discounted membership at Alive Leisure.
- Work-life Balance: Enjoy an early finish on a Friday to kick-start your weekend!
Diversity is key to our values and culture. We create a workplace where every voice is heard and respected, embracing diverse perspectives to drive innovation. Our inclusive environment empowers colleagues, ensuring equal opportunities for all. We don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. We’re happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to enable you to perform your best.
Apply now to join our team and make a difference to lives across West and North Norfolk.
