HR Assistant Norwich, England
Job description
HR Assistant
Hethel
Permanent
Hybrid
Reporting to Head of HR – Operations and Supply
About the Role
Lotus is recruiting for an experienced HR professional to join our busy HR department. This is a permanent position based out of our prestigious manufacturing site in Hethel, although travel to our other sites may be required.
Reporting to the Head of HR – Operations and Supply, this role will provide first line advice and support to the business and its employees. They will take the lead on all employee relations, HR analytics and identification of key themes, our annual performance management process, and many more crucial aspects of our HR lifecycle. They will also support functional projects when required.
Key responsibilities include:
- Taking the lead on all aspects of employee relations including support investigations, hearing cases, supporting, and guiding managers.
- Leading on analysing HR data and escalate any key trends/themes to the HR Business Partners
- Update HR policies as required in line with employment law changes
- Updating templates/forms/processes in line with business need and policy changes
- Support projects/initiatives when required
- Ensuring bi-annual reviews and annual reviews are complete across the business as well as any performance enhancement plans
- Provide advice and coaching for managers and employees
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Experience working in an entry level HR role, or at HR Officer level already
- Ability to be self-driven and a self-starter
- Innovative and creative ‘can do’ attitude and approach
- Ability to manage and prioritise a high volume of work
- Pro-active approach
- Excellent communicator who can build strong working relationships
Desirable:
- Hold CIPD qualification
About Lotus
Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.
Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours. In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.
The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre. Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV. It is pure electric, and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.
The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy. It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative and motivated people to join us on our journey.
We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company. You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job. You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.
What we offer you
In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Half day finish on a Friday
- 6% pension contribution
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
- Private Healthcare
- Group income protection based on length of service
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- Family Friendly policies
- Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform #ForUSLOT
We reserve the right to close this role early if a high volume of applicants is received.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Relocation assistance
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norwich
Reference ID: 2781
