People Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a People Assistant to support our People function and ensure smooth HR operations. Working closely with the People & Transformation Director and the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will help manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding to off‑boarding in a fast‑paced, international environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day People operations support and act as first point of contact for employee queries.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems and documentation throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Prepare contracts, letters and other documentation; coordinate payroll changes and benefits administration.
• Support processes such as absence management, probation, performance reviews, family leave and employee changes.
• Own new‑starter administration, right‑to‑work checks, HR/payroll setup and coordinate onboarding with managers, IT and internal teams.
• Manage off‑boarding activities and ensure a smooth transition for leavers.
• Coordinate office services, weekly food orders, social and culture events and related budgets.

Required profile

• Previous experience in HR or People administration.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Warm, approachable and confident when communicating with employees and managers.
• Understanding of confidentiality and discretion.
• Proactive attitude and comfortable taking ownership of recurring processes.
• Confident using HR systems and handling employee data.
• Motivated to build a broad career in People/HR.

What we offer

• Salary £30,000‑£35,000 per year.
• 30 days holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• Pension contribution (5% employee, 3% employer).
• Private medical insurance (including travel, vision & dental).
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Work‑from‑abroad option (one month per year).
• Mental health support via confidential therapy.
• Flexi‑Fridays (finish early one Friday per month) and quarterly social events.