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Permanent - Human Resources - Newbury, United Kingdom

Our Purpose:

• To help people move on with their lives

Our Core Values:

• We do the right thing
• We practise open and real communication
• We deliver on our commitments
• We are the best we can be
• We embrace new and innovative solutions to constantly improve what we do

Our Mission:

• To reach a 25% market share of all property sales and lets in our region, whilst achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2030.

Our philosophy to hard work is simple. While it may not lead to success on its own, it remains one of the prerequisites of success within Jones Robinson Estate Agents Ltd. The ideal employee is someone who is looking long term to pursue a career rather than a job and is determined to succeed.

This is not a “hire and fire” company. We do not easily employ someone and once we make a commitment we do our utmost to keep our part of the bargain. We have a certain standard and work ethos which we endeavour to equip you to meet. However, it is important for you to recognise that in this company your success is in your hands.

There are three essential criteria that we seek in the individuals we employ:

• Communication – the ability to communicate effectively with your colleagues and your customers is essential. You will need to be confident and professional.
• Attitude – You will need to be positive, enthusiastic, resilient and determined.
• Organisation – we deal with huge volumes of people in busy and hectic environments. The ability to be highly organised and methodical in your approach to your daily tasks is essential.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race; religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Job Title: HR Assistant/Advisor

Reports to: Operations Manager

Location: Newbury

Hours: Part-time

Start Date: 2025

Overview:

We’re looking for an organised and proactive HR Assistant to support the day-to-day running of HR across our estate agency network. You’ll help ensure our people processes run smoothly, providing support with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and general administration. This is an exciting new position within the business, offering the opportunity for the successful candidate to shape the role and make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support recruitment and onboarding processes, including advertising, arranging interviews, referencing, right to work checks and preparing contracts.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Assist with employee relations matters such as absence, probation, leave requests, maternity/paternity, and performance reviews.
• Help coordinate training, development, personal and team wellbeing initiatives.
• Keep up to date and support HR compliance, ensuring implementation into company policies and recording appropriately.
• Prepare reports and HR documents when required.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years HR experience essential and able to work in line with CIPD & ACAS practices.
• Strong organisational, multitask, written and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• Friendly, professional, and approachable with a proactive attitude to problem solving.
• Property/agency experience would be a bonus.

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