PA to HR Director

Fixed Term Contract

We're currently seeking a PA to HR Director based in and around Leamington Spa to work within a state of the art, high output diagnostics laboratory environment as part of the UK's NHS Test and Trace programme, helping society's return to a more normal way of life.

Gain invaluable experience and exposure to some of the country's most highly skilled individuals in the scientific community and join a supportive environment where training and accreditation (where relevant) will be provided for this role.

What you can expect:

Manage diary/schedule for the HR Lead, and for the wider team as necessary
Form and maintain record–keeping systems and trackers and chasing up actions as appropriate
Set up and maintain the HR database
Set up and maintain secure team filing systems
Prepare meeting agendas, collate and prepare meeting materials and take/circulate minutes and action logs
Provide project management support to identified HR initiatives/events/projects
Support the development, preparation and updating where necessary of HR policies, processes, documents and HR intranet content
Support the preparation of HR metrics and reporting dashboards
Be the first point of contact for lab colleagues on any HR related queries and proactively develop a network of relationships across the lab
Arrange local induction programmes for HR and training team recruits
Assist with the provision of required people information for the Medacs (MSP) payroll runs, liaising with line managers and Medacs as required
Help with various arrangements internally, from processing expenses, event co–ordination
Assist with any other administrative tasks as and when they arise

What we're looking for:

Professional Expertise

Proven organisational skills
Proficient networker and proven experience as a 'diplomatic ambassador' for their manager
Proven ability to influence across all levels of an organisation
Used to working with confidential information
(Ideally) experience working in the public sector and basic understanding of UK employment law
Collaborative team playerSkills

Attention to detail
Sound interpersonal/communication skills
Proficient at Powerpoint, word, excel
Understanding of an HR information system
Ability to multi–task and prioritise effectively
Resilient and able to work under pressureIn return:

You will receive a minimum 18–month contract with opportunity to go permanent and competitive rate of pay GBP30,000 and a 10% retention bonus (paid at 12 and 18 months). Please note, successful candidates will be required to spend a minimum 3 weeks in training working flexible day patterns (including some weekends) before transitioning onto your shift.

If you would like to request any reasonable adjustments around start times, working additional hours, learning about different shifts or future opportunities around securing a permanent position, please speak to the team to learn more about how we can accommodate you.

Compliance checks Please be aware that Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) including a media check is the required level of screening for all staff working at the Leamington Spa Laboratory.

Diversity at NHS Test and Trace You will be joining a diverse and hugely welcoming team that reflects the communities we serve. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and empowering them to contribute fully at work.

If you're ready for a new challenge and want to be part of the team delivering this essential lab work, please apply today.

Please note: Impellam Group is working in partnership with NHS Test and Trace, so you will be employed on a fixed–term employment basis with an Employing Agency (either SRG, Medacs, Lorien or Blue Arrow) within Impellam Group, in line with contractual employment terms and conditions set out by the respective Employing Agency, and not directly employed by NHS Test and Trace.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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