Executive/HR Assistant

Executive / HR Assistant A newly created role with a clear path to future HR Manager Location: Stafford | Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (DOE, negotiable) Benefits: Profit share bonus scheme, free daily lunch, potential CIPD study support An established, values-led organisation within the healthcare sector is seeking an exceptional Executive / HR Assistant to support the CEO and play a central role in developing the company’s people operations. This is a newly created position offering a rare blend of high-level executive support, analytical responsibility and hands-on HR leadership. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on responsibility and is motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of HR within a growing business. About the Role The Executive / HR Assistant is a hybrid position combining advanced executive support with HR coordination and development. You will ensure the CEO can operate at a strategic level by managing structure, detail and follow-up across the organisation. At the same time, you will play a key role in building and maintaining effective HR processes and compliance standards. This is a developmental position with a clearly defined pathway towards becoming a future HR Manager, offering exposure to strategic decision-making, people performance and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities Executive Support - Provide high-level and confidential support to the CEO. - Drive structure around diary management, priorities and preparation. - Produce documentation, staff meeting materials and board-level reports. Data, Reporting and Phocas Insight - Own business metrics and departmental reporting. - Maintain data accuracy and develop dashboards and performance insights. - Conduct scenario modelling and provide analysis for strategic decision-making. HR Leadership and Platform Management - Coordinate and optimise HR systems such as BambooHR, Workleap, StaffCircle, Perkbox, Miro and Asana. - Manage recruitment processes end-to-end, including interview involvement. - Support performance and pay review cycles and maintain HR-related financial reporting. - Oversee ISO9001, Health & Safety, audits, policy management and compliance documentation. - Conduct staff check-ins and contribute to wellbeing initiatives. People, Culture and Cross-Functional Collaboration - Support the Senior Leadership Team with KPI alignment, training and performance tracking. - Lead 90-day sprint planning and follow-up across departments. - Coordinate cross-functional programmes, training courses and company-wide workshops. - Organise staff events, rewards, recognition initiatives and celebrations. - Lead or support projects including budgeting cadence, strategy rollouts and execution timelines. Requirements You will be successful in this role if you demonstrate: * Exceptional organisation, accuracy and attention to detail. * Confidence with data, reporting and system management. * Strong communication and relationship-building skills. * Discretion and emotional intelligence when handling sensitive matters. * A proactive approach, anticipating needs and resolving issues early. * Alignment with the organisation’s values of openness, customer focus and continual improvement. * The ambition to progress into a future HR leadership position. * CIPD Level 5 * Strong organisational, analytical and project management capability. * Experience with HR administration, systems and processes. * Confidence working with data and producing clear reports. * The ability to work with pace, accuracy and sound judgement. Benefits * £35,000 – £40,000 salary depending on experience, negotiable. * Profit share bonus scheme. * Health insurance * Free daily lunch. * Potential CIPD study support. * Supportive leadership and genuine investment in your development. * A unique opportunity to shape an evolving HR function within a growing organisation