HR Executive

We are Gekko Group - a marketing agency which believes in creating Rewarding Connections for our brands and our employees who are the beating heart of all that we do.

Join us as an HR Executive in our Head Office team, to enable Gekko Group to continue to be a nice place to work (92% of our people rate us as ‘Excellent’ or ‘Good’).

The ideal candidate will have excellent administration skills gained within an office or HR/operations background, with an understanding of confidentiality, and diversity, equality & inclusivity (DEI). HR experience would be advantageous. A genuine interest in supporting a high performance culture and building good employee relations is crucial. This is done by providing timely and accurate administration and operational support across the business.

Reporting into the HR Manager, the focus of this role is helping to ensure that the HR department provides an effective, people-focused and professional approach to all employees across the Gekko Group.

We are an award-winning, field marketing agency that connects leading leisure, lifestyle, and tech brands with consumers across retail, online, and B2B channels, bringing them to life through captivating in-store experiences, events and direct engagement. Our teams work collaboratively to bring energy, enthusiasm and experience to every interaction as you'll be expected to do also. Proximity to our Newbury office is required.

Your Package:

• A salary of £26,000 plus company bonus

• A permanent spot on our team (Monday-Friday) with commutable proximity to our Newbury office.

• Hybrid working: 4 days in our Newbury office, working from home every Friday - Non Negotiable.

• 22 days holiday (increasing to 26 days based on tenure) + bank holidays + buy & sell holiday options.

• Support through our employee assistance scheme and access to a Perkbox subscription.

Your role:

• Inbound HR queries from existing employees

• Supporting the introduction of new employees including sending contracts of employment, references, and proof of right to work checks, and updating payroll information

• Coordinating on-boarding experiences for new starters

• Assist with reviewing and updating company policies and procedures

• Monitoring and tracking Personal Development Plans for all employees

• Recording and monitoring staff absence and highlighting trends

• Communicating and administering benefit schemes to employees and providers

• Assist and facilitate Learning & Development activities alongside the HR Manager

What you’ll bring:

• Your best self and an open mind, you’re a ‘people’ person with great interpersonal skills and a real interest in working with and supporting a diverse range of employees

• Proficiency in using Google Drive and HR systems

• Strong administrative and organisational / operational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to engage positively and proactively people at all levels

• Good prioritisation along with an adaptable approach to meet deadlines and remain discreet

• Ideally, completed or working to complete CIPD level 3, with ambition to grow further in the field of HR

We value trust, insight, and honesty in all we do. As an inclusive employer, we encourage our teams to grow together, in a relaxed but professional environment. At Gekko Group, our vibrant culture is evident in our teams and the energy we bring to work every day.

Apply now to lead the charge in shaping the HR function of an independent progressive agency.

A salary of £26,000 plus company bonus

• A permanent spot on our team (Monday-Friday) with commutable proximity to our Newbury office.

• Hybrid working: 4 days in our Newbury office, working from home every Friday - Non Negotiable.

• 22 days holiday (increasing to 26 days based on tenure) + bank holidays + buy & sell holiday options.

• Support through our employee assistance scheme and access to a Perkbox subscription.