HR Assistant

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HR Assistant

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Leicester City Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk of harm, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. 

HR Assistant (Leicester)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Leicester City Football Club is looking for an organised, approachable HR Assistant to support the smooth running of our HR services. This is a varied, hands-on opportunity for someone who takes pride in getting the details right, enjoys helping others and wants to develop their experience across a busy HR function.

Our Club boasts one of the richest and most storied histories in English football, with every major honour in the English game won across an incredible 140 years. Behind that history are people whose commitment, talent and teamwork matter every day. In this role, you’ll help provide the practical, responsive HR support that enables colleagues across the Club to feel informed and supported throughout their employment.

What you’ll do

Provide a friendly and professional first point of contact for routine HR queries, responding promptly and directing more complex matters to the appropriate colleague.

Support key stages of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment administration, pre-employment checks, onboarding, changes to employment and leaver processes.

Prepare and maintain accurate employee documentation, correspondence and personnel records, handling sensitive information with discretion.

Update HR systems and trackers, checking information carefully and helping to keep records complete, consistent and up to date.

Assist with the administration of absence, family leave, probation, performance and other people processes, following agreed guidance and procedures.

Work with colleagues across HR and the wider Club to coordinate meetings, arrange interviews and support training or people-related activities.

Help compile routine reports and information, identify missing details and contribute to improving the efficiency of day-to-day HR administration.

Maintain a professional, confidential and service-focused approach when working with colleagues at all levels.

What we’re looking for

You don’t need to be a football expert - but you do need to be a strong HR professional who can operate with confidence, discretion, and empathy. You should be at your best when working with people, influencing without ego, and solving problems in a pragmatic way.

Experience in an administrative or customer-focused role, ideally within HR or a people team, or a strong interest in building a career in HR.

Excellent organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing tasks and meet deadlines.

Clear, considerate communication skills and the confidence to build positive working relationships.

A high level of discretion and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality when dealing with personal information.

Excellent IT skills and confidence using everyday office applications; experience with an HR system would be an advantage.

A practical, adaptable approach: you’re willing to learn, ask questions and work collaboratively when priorities change.

Why this role matters

In elite sport and in high-performing workplaces, people are the difference. This role exists to make sure teams have what they need to thrive: fair processes, effective guidance, and HR support that is timely, credible, and consistent. You’ll help create conditions where individuals can perform at their best - supported by an approach that reflects the standards of a historic football club and the ambition to go further.

Just as importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to influence the culture behind the scenes - where trust, professionalism, and respect are not just values on a page, but behaviours that shape everyday working life.

What you can expect from us

A Club culture that values professionalism, integrity, and teamwork.

Support to help you deliver effectively and improve how HR works across the organisation.

The chance to make a visible difference - helping managers lead with confidence and fairness.

Competitive salary, Pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent staff. 

Free onsite parking, subsidised staff restaurant and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)

One City. One Club. One Leicester

Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community.

If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs.

Ready to partner with ambition?

If you’re excited by the challenge of HR in a dynamic environment and you want your work to make a real impact on people and performance, we’d encourage you to apply.

Next steps: Please submit your application, including a supporting statement explaining why you’re interested in the HR Assistant role and how your experience matches the requirements above.

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