HR Graduate

We are currently looking for an experienced HR Graduate to provide support to our People team.
- Work with a growing retailer and renowned iconic international brand
- Fast paced, contemporary working environment in a great city edge location
- Work from home two days per week

**About the Company**:
WHSmith is a historic British retailer focusing on news, books and convenience, and is a renowned, competitive leader in the travel market worldwide. Our Australian operations, under which 7 brands currently operate, are rapidly expanding and since WHSmith is expected to continue this growth, we are looking for an experienced HR Graduate to join us on this journey in this **12-month contract**.

**About the Role**:
Forming part of the People Team, the HR Graduate will support the wider People Team in all elements of the employment life cycle. Providing integral administrative support across Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Payroll and other general HR duties.

**Role and Responsibilities**:

- Action onboarding of new employees
- Draft letters and other paperwork for the People and Payroll teams
- Maintain People/Payroll reports
- Retention and Reward administration
- Learning and Development administration
- Level 1 ad hoc HR queries
- Document management (soft and hard)
- Other general administration

**Skills & Experience**:

- Completion or near completion of HR studies or other similar field
- Experience in retail industry is desirable
- Moderate Excel knowledge
- Great communication skills and ability to develop relationships
- Experience in an administrative role is ideal
- Excellent time management and organisation skills

Join our rapidly expanding but still tightly knit team, and make your mark on the company's success