Human Resources Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Salary: Grade 4 (£21,197– £23,715 p.a. depending on experience)
This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Would you like an opportunity to gain Human Resources experience in a busy, effective and efficient Human Resources (HR) team? Are you interested in gaining experience in a recruitment service? Are you customer focused with the ability to manage multiple tasks?
The University of Leeds is one of the top 135 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.
We are looking to recruit a pro-active HR Assistant to support the provision of an excellent, effective HR service. You will have experience of working in a customer-facing office environment, with strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to managing a busy workload.
You will have the ability to deal with information confidentially and sensitively, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. You will work as part of a team to provide a high level of customer service to support the recruitment and employment of our 9,500 staff.
What we offer in return:
- 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Kelly Cooperwhite, HR Support Officer
Email: K.Cooperwhite@leeds.ac.uk
Interviews are expected to be held on 23 and 24 February 2023
Previous applicants from the last 6 months need not reapply
Location: Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service: Professional Services
School/Institute: Human Resources
Category: Administrative and Clerical Support
Grade: Grade 4
Salary: £21,197 to £23,715 p.a. depending on experience
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Ongoing
Release Date: Wednesday 25 January 2023
Closing Date: Wednesday 08 February 2023
Interview Date: See advert
Reference: CSHRS1132
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Human Resources Assistant roles across University of Leeds's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,197 - £23,715 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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