Job description

3 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• HR Culture Assistant within the HR Organisational Development (HROD) service at Plymouth City Council, supporting the delivery of a customer-focused HR consultancy service.

• The role provides an entry-level opportunity to develop a career in Human Resources, acting as a first point of contact for HR queries and assisting with key HR processes including job evaluation and employee wellbeing initiatives.

• A flexible, hybrid position combining office-based work in Plymouth with remote working.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Act as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, triaging queries from employees and managers.

• Provide administrative and operational support to the HROD function.

• Coordinate grading requests and maintain accurate job evaluation records.

• Support the administration of job evaluation processes and documentation.

• Promote and coordinate employee financial wellbeing initiatives, including salary sacrifice schemes.

• Maintain accurate HR records in line with data protection and confidentiality requirements.

• Assist in delivering a customer-focused HR advisory service across the Council.

• Support HR projects and initiatives as required.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of HR queries.

Skills/Experience:

• Interest in pursuing a career in HR.

• Studying towards or holding a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) (desirable).

• Previous experience in an administrative or HR support role (desirable).

• Good understanding of confidentiality and handling sensitive information.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.

• IT literate, with experience using Microsoft Office systems.

• Customer service skills with a proactive and professional approach.

• Basic understanding of HR processes and employment practices (desirable).

• Awareness of local government HR practices (advantageous).

Additional Information:

• Bi-Weekly Payments.

• Contract duration: 12 weeks (starting 11 May 2026).

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.

• Location: Ballard House, West Hoe Road, Plymouth (hybrid working available).

• Rate: £20.29 per hour Umbrella.