HR Assistant

Build Your Future with Dandara Group

At Dandara Group, we are committed to creating high-quality homes and communities across the UK, Isle of Man and Jersey. As a privately owned property development business, we have built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and delivering developments that stand the test of time.

Our people are central to our success, and we're committed to creating an environment where individuals can develop, contribute and build rewarding careers.

About The Role

We are looking for a proactive, organised and detail-oriented HR Assistant to join our Group HR team, based in Milton Keynes.

This is a varied and busy role, where you will play an important part in delivering an efficient, accurate and consistent HR administration service across Dandara's businesses, including UK Housebuilding, Dandara Living Developments, and our operations in the Isle of Man and Jersey.

Working as part of our central HR transactional team, you will be responsible for a broad range of activities throughout the employee lifecycle, ensuring that HR processes are completed accurately, within agreed timescales and to a high standard.

You will work closely with HR colleagues, managers and employees across the business, providing a responsive and professional service while helping us continually improve the way we work.

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, takes pride in getting the detail right and is always looking for ways to make processes simpler and more effective.

Working Pattern

• A minimum of three days per week in our Milton Keynes office.
• Some travel to other UK locations may be required, depending on business needs.

What You Will Do

HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle

• Coordinate day-to-day HR administration across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contractual changes, employee records and leavers.
• Prepare accurate employment contracts, contractual amendments and HR correspondence, ensuring documentation is completed within agreed deadlines.
• Coordinate pre-employment checks and onboarding activities to ensure new employees have a smooth and professional joining experience.
• Provide administrative support for employee relations, absence management and family-related leave.
• Respond to HR administration queries from employees and managers, ensuring a helpful, professional and timely service.
• Ensure HR transactions are completed consistently and in accordance with company policies, procedures and agreed service standards.

Payroll, Reward & Benefits

• Work closely with Payroll to ensure employee changes are accurately recorded, communicated and processed within payroll deadlines.
• Support the administration of employee benefits, salary reviews, bonus arrangements and other reward-related activities.
• Assist with employee queries relating to pay and benefits, escalating more complex matters where appropriate.

HR Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information within HR systems, ensuring high standards of data quality and confidentiality.
• Undertake regular data checks, identifying and resolving inaccuracies to maintain reliable employee records.
• Support the preparation of HR reports, including headcount, absence and employee turnover.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and improve HR administrative processes.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of HR procedures, checklists and service standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the HR team, sharing knowledge and providing cover and support during busy periods.

Essential

What You Will Bring

• Previous experience in an HR Assistant, HR Administrator or similar HR support role.
• A good understanding of HR administration processes and the employee lifecycle.
• Experience using HR systems and maintaining accurate employee records.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, handle a busy workload and meet deadlines.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
• A proactive, practical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and work independently.
• A professional and approachable manner, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• A flexible, collaborative attitude and a willingness to support colleagues and contribute to improving the way we work.

Desirable

• CIPD Level 3 qualified or working towards a relevant HR qualification.
• Experience supporting payroll, reward and benefits administration.
• Experience using COINS or a similar HR information system.
• Experience working within a multi-site organisation or the construction/property sector.
• Experience contributing to HR process improvements or developing administrative procedures.

What We Offer

We recognise the contribution our people make and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Employer matched pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance x3 (with the option to increase to x4)
• 25 days' annual leave per year, with the option to purchase additional leave
• Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
• Flexible benefits, including retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
• Employee wellbeing support

Join Us

If you're an organised, proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a busy environment, takes pride in delivering an accurate and reliable service and wants to be part of a supportive HR team, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the way HR services are delivered across Dandara, while continuing to develop your skills and experience within a varied Group HR environment.

Build your future with Dandara.

Founded in 1988 on the Isle of Man, Dandara is the Housebuilding division of Dandara Group. It has been creating beautiful homes for over 30 years, providing our customers with an exceptional level of service all the way through the process. It’s part of the reason why we are one of the UK’s most respected private housebuilders, with our portfolio now stretching across the nation.