Newcastle University Hiring for Human Resources (People Services) Assistant Job at Newcastle upon Tyne, England Full Time

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

We understand how important the full employment package is to our colleagues at Newcastle University and we are committed to providing a great range of benefits and discounts for all. You can learn more about what is available here on our Benefits Website page .

Salary: £21,197 with progression to £22,662

Closing Date: 07 September 2022

The Role

Here at Newcastle University, our Human Resources service is known as People Services. Everything we do is focussed on enhancing the colleague experience and the delivery of excellent services to our people.

In this role, you will be based in our People Solutions team. Our People Solutions team is responsible for providing first-class administrative service to our colleagues throughout their time with the University.

You will report to the People Solutions Team Leader and your role will involve all aspects of generalist administration support following on from the recruitment process.

To apply, please complete an online application and upload a CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter is a supporting statement and you should outline how you can demonstrate the essential knowledge, skills and experience outlined in ‘The Person’ section below.

This role is fixed term until November 2023 to cover a colleague secondment and we are currently working with some on campus and some at home working.

We would really like to hear from you, please contact Lydia Purvis at [email protected]

Key Accountabilities

• Support with general contract administration (e.g., renewals, changes) and payroll changes
• Administration of the probation process for all colleagues
• Administration of applications made under the University’s Family Friendly Policies
• Processing of notifications of colleagues who are leaving, including retirements and resignations
• Updating of colleague records through maintenance of the HR Information System
• Assisting in preparation of reports
• Responding to queries from colleagues by telephone and using software such as Microsoft Teams

The Person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A good level of IT skills, particularly MS Office
• Ability to work quickly and accurately to tight and conflicting deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively
• Sensitivity in working with confidential information and a working knowledge of data protection

Attributes and Behaviour

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional, friendly, and customer orientated
• Passion for delivering excellent service

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grades C/4 or better) or demonstrable experience in a similar role

Newcastle University is committed to being a fully inclusive Global University which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, as well as being open to flexible working practices.

The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. The University also holds the HR Excellence in Research award for our work to support the career development of our researchers, and is a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID: 18602