HR Operations Assistant

Are you an aspiring HR professional looking for a role where you can deliver excellent service in an organisation that truly makes a difference?We’re looking for a HR Operations Assistant to join our busy operations team, part of a wider HR department supporting over 1,700 employees. In this role, you’ll play a key part in advising and supporting colleagues while working collaboratively with the team to drive continuous improvement across all HR operational functions.Application Deadline December 12, 2025 Department People Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location London Workplace type Hybrid Compensation £27,675 per year + BenefitsWhat does this role do?As a HR Operations Assistant You Will:Support and advise colleague's throughout their employment lifecycle.Ownership and coordination of the onboarding process, including working closely with the Resourcing Team.Ensure new starter complete and return all relevant documentation.Management of Dogs Trust HRIS, My DT and management of employee records.Upholding GDPR practices to ensure compliance with legal requirements.Be the first point of contact for general queries such as parental leave, sick leave, etc. Please review the job description attached for further details of this role and the skills and experience required. Could this be you?To succeed in this role, you'll have previous experience in an administrative position within HR, along with strong attention to detail, a high level of confidentiality, and excellent organisational skills.You’ll be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks efficiently. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to meet deadlines and collaborate effectively as part of a team.Please note interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for W/C 15/12/25, however this advert may be closed early due to high volume of applications and interviews may be brought forward.A Little About Us:HR is a growing team of over 30 friendly, hardworking colleagues delivering a first-class service to the organisation and its c. 1,700 employees across all HR activities, including recruitment, payroll, learning and development and employee engagement. The postholder will be self-motivated, working collaboratively with the Business Partner team and other teams in HR, actively managing their workload.About Dogs TrustWe love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.DocumentsJob description - hr operations assistant - jan 2025 (1)Click to viewBenefits guide 2025Click to viewHow can we help sept 25Click to viewTo apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Feel free to send us an email at jobs@dogstrust.org.uk. We're here to support you every step of the way.Apply NowOur Hiring ProcessStage 1:2nd Stage InterviewStage 1:2nd Stage Interview