Generous holiday allowance
Charity / volunteering days
Income protection insurance

HR Opportunities, Entry Level

Salary Competitive plus bonus
Location Manchester, UK (hybrid)
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This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

We have a range of fantastic opportunities for individuals looking to start a Human Resources (HR) career. Whether you’ve just graduated, are thinking about a career change, or are re-entering the workforce after a break, we have some fantastic opportunities just for you!

 

What will you be doing?

We have a range of exciting roles designed to help you get your HR career off to a flying start:

  • HR Operations: Support our team by handling employee queries, drafting essential letters, and keeping our HR systems up-to-date.
  • HR Advisory: Work closely with employees and managers to resolve issues and enhance workplace practices.
  • Learning & Development (L&D): Manage training schedules, maintain records, and track L&D activities to ensure everyone at IRIS gets the support they need.
  • Executive Support & Talent Development: Support our Chief People Officer and talent programmes, gaining hands-on experience in executive support, project management, and talent development in a dynamic environment.

 

What are we looking for?

We’re excited to hear from candidates who:

  • Have an apprenticeship, degree, or relevant work experience.
  • Are proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
  • Previous office or administrative experience is a bonus but not essential.

Key qualities we value:

  • A genuine desire to learn and grow in a supportive environment.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively with different people.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • The ability to handle sensitive information with care.
  • A team spirit and a flexible, positive attitude.

 

Why Apply?

Looking to embark on a rewarding career in HR? We offer fantastic entry-level opportunities tailored for those eager to make their mark in the HR field. Whether you're a recent graduate, considering a career change, or rejoining the workforce, we have roles that will help you build a strong foundation in HR.

Here’s why you should consider applying:

  • Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience in key HR areas such as HR Operations, Advisory, and L&D.
  • Supportive Environment: Join a team that values learning and development, offering a supportive atmosphere to help you grow professionally.
  • Diverse Experience: Work on a variety of tasks and projects that will give you a well-rounded view of HR functions and practices.
  • Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in shaping a positive work environment and contributing to our company’s success.

 

How does our application process work?

Here's a simple guide to our application process:

  • Apply Online: Start by uploading your CV and answering a few brief application questions.
  • Assessment Stage: After we review your application, you'll complete some online assessments. These help us understand your skills and ensure a fair evaluation for everyone. For more details, check out the links: CCAT – Additional Information and EPP – Additional Information.
  • Initial Interview: If your application progresses, you'll have a short video call via Microsoft Teams with a member of our Talent Team. This is a chance to discuss your application and learn more about our HR opportunities.
  • Group Assessment: The final step involves a group assessment at our Manchester office (M1 4DY). This will include various activities to showcase your skills and fit for our HR opportunities.

 

We want to make sure everyone has a great experience, so if you need any special accommodations or have specific requirements, just let us know. We’re here to support you through the process and help you shine.

 

Please Note: Due to high interest, we may close applications early. So don’t wait—apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling HR career with us!

As one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies, IRIS Software Group exists to simplify the lives of businesses, schools and organisations.

IRIS provides software solutions and services that substantially enhance operational compliance, efficiency and accuracy, empowering the users of our technology to look forward with certainty and confidence.

Over 4 million parents use our software to connect with their child’s school, 18% of UK employees are paid via an IRIS payroll solution, 50,000 SMEs use IRIS cloud bookkeeping and 21,000 firms rely on us for legislative compliance.

Our operational software is the invisible but essential beating heart of our customers’ businesses, supporting them in a range of objectives, from maintaining legislative compliance to boosting engagement with stakeholders and enhancing productivity.

It’s vital these mission-critical functions work first time, every time.

That’s why IRIS helps businesses run the tough stuff, stay compliant and get operational tasks done right first time, every time – so they can focus on productivity and growth.

IRIS is a company built on hiring the best people; our people are our greatest assets.

They enable us to be the innovative, market-leading, and high-performing company that we are today.

We’re delighted to be certified as a Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women.

These accolades confirm that our employees have a consistently positive experience at IRIS, with the certifications considering employee wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, trust in management, effective communication and recognition/reward.

IRIS is committed to engaging, rewarding and empowering our employees, and this is central to what we do.

This is why we work to create an environment where employees feel like they are part of a team.

We believe in creating a culture of engagement and reward to develop your potential and offer long-term career success. We do this by:

Supporting our managers to be great leaders, providing inspirational management resources and offering dedicated management development training.

Rewarding individual excellence through dedicated initiatives and Employee Awards for demonstrating our values.

Offering regular training and development programmes tailored to each employee’s development needs and providing a commitment to a ‘learning culture’ which shares knowledge, best practice and our long-standing expertise between employees.

We’re committed to a culture of continuous improvement and listen to our employees via regular feedback sessions and employee engagement surveys.

Our employees love the colleagues they work with. We promote a positive environment where our people feel comfortable, make friends and support each other.

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