HR Assistant

Job Title: HR Assistant Location: City of London Role: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (Full time) Working Arrangement: Hybrid Working (3 days in office) Salary: Very Competitive The firm Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a strong presence across key global markets. Known for delivering exceptional legal services to a diverse range of clients, the firm prides itself on fostering a collaborative, professional, and inclusive working environment. The role In your new role as an HR Assistant, you will support the day-to-day delivery of HR services within a busy London office. Reporting into Director of HR and Administration, you will play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothly across the employee lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: • Coordinating recruitment processes, including interview scheduling and communication with hiring managers and agencies. • Supporting the onboarding process, preparing employment documentation and ensuring a positive new starter experience. • Managing pre-employment screening and compliance checks. • Coordinating inductions and orientation programmes for new employees. • Supporting probation review processes and preparing associated documentation. • Assisting with employee relations matters, including absence management, flexible working requests and other people-related issues. • Coordinating offboarding activities, including leaver administration and exit processes. • Maintaining accurate HR records, personnel files and HR documentation. • Monitoring absence records and supporting payroll-related administration. • Responding to employee queries and providing general HR support across the business. • Assisting with HR projects, reporting requirements and wider administrative activities. What do you need? In order to be successful in this role you will need: • Previous HR experience, ideally gained within a legal or professional services environment. • Strong administrative and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail. • Experience working with HR systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • Strong interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels. • Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding and broader employee lifecycle processes. What do you get in return? In return, you will receive a competitive salary with excellent benefits and the opportunity to work at a growing and prestigious international law firm. Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your resume. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all inquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted. We look forward to receiving your application! Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, for almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for our latest vacancies.