People Services Project Assistant

at  Longhurst Group

Are you experienced in providing administration and project support, and looking for an exciting new role within an organisation committed to improving lives? Are you keen to develop a career in People Services and HR? If so, our 12-month temporary People Services Project Assistant role could be the perfect job for you…
Longhurst Group is a leading housing Group across the Midlands & East of England, committed to enhancing communities and improving the lives of both our colleagues and customers. With a mission to provide quality, safe, affordable housing that build great foundations for our customers, our People Services team are critical to ensuring the well-being and fulfilment of our colleagues, fostering a supportive and productive work environment, and driving the overall success of the Group.

As a People Services Project Assistant at Longhurst Group, you will be providing support with various HR projects and initiatives, ultimately ensuring the smooth operation and successful implementation of HR projects whilst also providing essential support to the wider People Services teams. Further key responsibilities are listed below:

• Conduct thorough cleansing of employee files to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Undertake system data audits to verify data integrity and compliance with company policies.
• Review and harmonise HR policies, procedures, and benefits programs to ensure consistency and alignment with company standards.
• Assist in the review of salary benchmarking to ensure reward and benefits packages are competitive and aligned across the Group.
• Assist in project planning and coordination to ensure projects stay on track.

To be successful in application for our People Services Project Assistant role, you’ll need excellent communication and organisational skills, with strong experience of providing project / administration support.
Our People Services Project Assistant role (operates in a hybrid capacity, contracted to 36.25 hours per week. To us, this means a minimum of 1 day p/week spent in our Boston office for collaboration with colleagues across the Group, with the remainder of the week working from home (subject to business needs - we are open to discussion around how this is built into working weeks). Some weeks may require additional presence in our Boston, Rushden and Peterborough offices, depending on project requirements at the time.
This is a hugely exciting time to join Longhurst Group – not only are we continuously striving to achieve better results for our customers, but the Social Housing sector is at a crucial point with new measures, legislations and standards coming into effect imminently. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment that values your contributions, along with access to ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring your skills remain at the cutting edge of the industry.

VETTING REQUIREMENTS

The important things - We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify eligibility to work in the UK at interview. If you are the successful candidate, original proof must then be provided before your first day.
Naturally working with our customers, we need to complete pre-employment checks before you join us. This role is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory references (one from your current employer). We also need you to tell us what you have been up to over the past 5 years as a minimum in terms of employment history. This could include carer duties, travel, seeking work, education, employment, training, or volunteering.

• Conduct thorough cleansing of employee files to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Undertake system data audits to verify data integrity and compliance with company policies.
• Review and harmonise HR policies, procedures, and benefits programs to ensure consistency and alignment with company standards.
• Assist in the review of salary benchmarking to ensure reward and benefits packages are competitive and aligned across the Group.
• Assist in project planning and coordination to ensure projects stay on track