HR Assistant (Resourcing) Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
To apply for this role please visit our careers site to complete an online application: https://morton-fraser.earcu.com/jobs/vacancy/hr-assistant-resourcing---part-time-6-months-fixed-term-contract-0058-edinburgh-office/57/description/
Part time - 17.5 hours per week
6 month fixed term contract
Summary of Role
To assist with the provision of an excellent HR service and in particular, help the Firm hire top talent in an efficient and cost-effective manner while ensuring diverse and inclusive hiring practices.
Key Tasks
- Develop knowledge of each practice area and identify the key skills and abilities that are required to fulfil business aims. Ensure there are up-to-date job descriptions for each team
- Create a "talent database" as a potential source for candidates using social media tools, websites, partner recommendations etc.
- In line with the agreed recruitment strategy, source suitable applicants for vacancies using social media and other relevant platforms/agencies/websites. Cold-call relevant people from talent database to generate interest - discuss role together with creating a favourable impression of Firm's culture and benefits package etc.
- Organise and schedule interviews into relevant diaries
- Ensure compliance with Firm's security procedures by carrying out appropriate ID and background checks
- Proactively communicate with hiring managers throughout recruitment process
- Administer Firm's work experience programme for school pupils - advertise on website, shortlist applications, agree placements and ensure relevant administration is done
- Support the HR team with the administration around trainee CPD requirements. Schedule annual CPD training sessions with relevant trainers, ensuring rooms are booked, prepare quarterly trainee attendance reports for Law Society and request and analyse feedback. Book trainees onto external ethics course
- Support administrative requirements of the HR Team and maintain a high level of confidentiality
Qualifications and Experience
- Prior HR experience preferred, particularly within recruitment
- Experience using applicant tracking software / confident using social media tools
- Excellent communication, research and networking skills
- Ability to multi-task effectively
- Excellent attention to detail
- Friendly and professional manner, confident working with people at all levels
Person Specification
- You have excellent communication skills, you are articulate, you communicate clearly, concisely and without any jargon.
- You enjoy working within a team and autonomously on your own initiative.
- You are personable and good at building and developing client relationships.
- You are confident and you have a strong belief in yourself and your own ability.
- You are committed to providing a good client experience and willing to put in extra time and effort when required
Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
Here at Morton Fraser we believe in a positive work life balance and in an inclusive and friendly working environment.
We offer a generous benefits package including:
- Profit Related Pay
- Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance for all employees
- Holidays starting at 25 days plus 9 public holidays
- Tax Efficient Car Lease Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Access to Comprehensive Wellbeing resources
- Retail Discounts
As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we recognise the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. Please ensure you include any military skills and qualifications you hold when applying for a vacancy with us to ensure they are recognise during our recruitment and selection process.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Part-time hours: 17.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh
