Spicerhaart

People Operations Associate

Job Locations UK-Essex-Colchester
ID
2025-23988
# of Openings
1
Category
Group Services
Position Type
Temporary Full-Time

Overview

Join a fast-paced, collaborative HR team making real impact across the business.

 

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented People Operations Associate to support the delivery of key projects and ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations within our busy HR function.

 

This is a key role within a dynamic HR team, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.  You’ll play a crucial part in shaping and improving how we operate, from policy reviews to data reporting and systems development to drive operational efficiency.

 

 

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Benefits:

  • £35000 per year salary
  • 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
  • Fully remote role, but must be able to travel to our Head Office for meetings on occasion
  • 6-12 month contract with a view to the role becoming permanent afterwards

Additional Benefits:

  • 30 days holiday allowance (inc. bank holidays)
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 access to our confidential helpline) 
  • Eye care support*
  • Employee Referral Bonus

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Assist with the review, development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.
  • Act as a central point of contact for HR operations, supporting the delivery of an effective and efficient HR service.
  • Assist with the implementation of a new HR Information System (HRIS), acting as a key project assistant—helping with data migration, user testing, and process design.
  • Maintain accurate HR data and oversee regular reporting on workforce metrics, working with the wider team to provide insights to support decision-making.
  • Work closely with the wider HR team to support day-to-day operations including documentation, process improvement, and internal communications.
  • Help coordinate and track progress on HR-led initiatives and action plans.

What We’re Looking For:

 

  • Previous experience in an HR operational or HR support role.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at once.
  • Confident with Excel and handling data, with strong attention to detail.
  • Proactive, curious and eager to learn—especially when it comes to new systems and ways of working.
  • A keen eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What You’ll Get in Return:

  • The opportunity to shape HR processes and contribute to meaningful projects
  • A collaborative and forward-thinking HR team
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities – should the role become permanent

Apply Now!

 

 

The Finer Details

To be eligible to proceed in our recruitment process, you will need:

  • Legal entitlement to live and work in the UK (in accordance with the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006)
  • We’ll need evidence of your right to work in the UK, in the form of:
    Passport/Birth Certificate

We will also need

  • Proof of Address
  • National Insurance

At some point(s) in your application process, you may be required to interview via video call.

Our Employee Assistance Programme offers up to six sessions of support and guidance, via telephone.

Company financial commitments to annual eye tests, and glasses, are subject to the terms stated in the company Eye Test Policy.

Employee referrals are subject to the terms stated in our Employee Referral Scheme.

Holiday entitlement of 30 paid days per annum (pro-rata) includes 22 days plus 8 bank holidays, with a day in lieu given back if employee has to work on a bank holiday.

 

Armed Forces Covenant:
Spicerhaart is a forces-friendly company offering many Estate Agency roles to those considering leaving the forces.

If you are looking for an exciting career, where you feel part of something bigger, and where your excellent communication skills come into play every single day, then the world of property sales and lettings could be for you.

Please visit: https://www.haart.co.uk/about-us/armed-forces-covenant/ 

 

Equal Opportunities: At Spicerhaart, variety makes our Company DNA come to life. We love people, and what's more, we love the differences that make each person who they are, we support you and encourage those differences, to make you the best person you can be. Spicerhaart are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we welcome all talented individuals to apply for a career with us. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let our Talent Team know and we will be happy to assist to the best of our ability – regardless of how small or large your requirement may be.

To All Recruitment Agencies: Spicerhaart does not accept speculative agency CVs. Please do not forward CVs to the Talent Team, Spicerhaart employees or any other company location. Spicerhaart is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received from external recruitment sources through our Preferred Suppliers List or otherwise.

Privacy Policy: We process any information you provide in accordance with our Privacy Policy which is available on the Spicerhaart website: 
https://www.spicerhaart.co.uk/about-us/our-people/staff-privacy-policy/

 

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