HR Assistant

Ready to take your HR career to the next level in a fast-paced retail environment?

MAYDAY Recruitment is partnering with a well-known global retail brand to find an HR Support professional to join their team on an initial 6-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and supportive HR team during a key peak period, gaining hands-on exposure across a broad range of HR functions, with a strong focus on Employee Relations and case management. You’ll be involved in everything from day-to-day HR support and employee queries through to ER matters, investigations, grievances and supporting managers, giving you the opportunity to build your HR experience in a large, fast-paced organisation.

What’s in it for you?

• 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension
• ASAP start – don’t wait around for your next opportunity
• Mascot location with gorgeous, modern HQ offices
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office
• Warm, supportive and collaborative team environment
• Join a large, well-known global retail business
• WHV holders welcome to apply

What you'll be doing
No two days will look exactly the same. You’ll play a key role in supporting the HR team across a varied HR & ER caseload, including:

• Reviewing and drafting Records of Discussion
• Supporting and conducting ER investigations
• Preparing investigation scripts and meeting notification letters
• Drafting investigation outcome letters
• Responding to employee grievances
• Supporting managers through lower-level ER matters
• Assisting with time & attendance, abandonment, conduct and inappropriate behaviour cases
• Providing broader HR support across a busy and high-volume environment

What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in HR, HR Advisory or Employee Relations support
• Has some exposure to ER investigations and ideally has run investigations
• Is confident dealing with sensitive and sometimes challenging employee matters
• Has excellent written communication and attention to detail
• Can work confidently in a fast-paced, high volume environment
• Has Workday experience – highly regarded
• Has experience with Award interpretation – ideal
• Comes from a retail or similarly fast-paced environment – a bonus

Why this role?
If you're looking to build your ER experience, get exposure to a large-scale retail HR function and work alongside an experienced HR team, this could be a fantastic next step.

This role is moving quickly and we're keen to speak with candidates who are available to start ASAP.

APPLY TODAY!