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Job Advert: HR Administrative AssistantLocation: Police Headquarters, PenrithDepartment: Human ResourcesRate: £12.57 per hour PAYE / £16.53 per hour UmbrellaContract: Temporary (while a departmental review is undertaken)Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Full-time, flexi scheme available)Working Pattern:

• Full-time in the office for the first month
• Hybrid working available thereafter (2 days from home per week)

About the Role Cumbria Constabulary is seeking a HR Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to our Human Resources team based at Police HQ, Penrith. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong administrative background and interest in HR to contribute to a busy and professional team during a period of departmental review.Key Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical and administrative support across the HR team
• Maintain and manage electronic filing systems and HR data
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external queries via phone, email, or in person
• Liaise with internal departments and external organisations, including other police forces
• Assist in organising meetings and taking part where appropriate
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry and management of HR records

Top 3 Key Skills

Accuracy – strong attention to detail is essential for maintaining high-quality HR records

Communication – excellent interpersonal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders

Prioritisation – ability to manage conflicting priorities and workload in a dynamic environment

Candidate RequirementsEssential:

• Experience in administration and data management
• Ability to deal professionally with confidential and sensitive information
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4 or above)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Comfortable working in a team and independently

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in an HR environment
• HR qualification (or willingness to work towards one)

Additional Information

• You’ll be part of a supportive HR team, working closely with HR Advisors and the HR Manager.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain insight into all aspects of HR with potential for further development.
• Candidates must be able to work on-site full-time for the first month of employment before moving to a hybrid model.

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