People Assistant

Hello,

We are Recognise Bank

Our vision is to become the UK’s leading business bank, providing

tailored lending and savings solutions designed to meet the unique needs of modern SMEs.

Founded in 2017 by experienced business owners, Recognise Bank was born out of a shared

frustration with the traditional banking industry’s lack of understanding, flexibility, and

certainty for small and medium-sized businesses. We believed there was a better way to

serve the SME community—and we set out to create it.

In 2021, we received our banking licence and quickly built a strong community of loyal

business customers, supported by our dedicated, diverse, and expert team.

At Recognise Bank, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of

flexible lending solutions and secure, FSCS-protected savings accounts with competitive

interest rates, empowering businesses to thrive with confidence.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate People/HR Assistant to join our newly formed People Team.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to join our small but mighty People Team at

Recognise Bank, where you will play a key role in supporting People operations and

contribute towards creating an exceptional employee experience.

This role will report to the Head of People and will be responsible for a range of People

administrative tasks. This is a brilliant role to start out your People career, in which it allows

you to gain experience in all areas of HR.

• HR Operations:
•  Assist with day-to-day People function, ensuring smooth operations. 
• Create and issue employee documentation, including contracts and offer letters.
• Implement process improvements in line with the People Strategy.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction programs for seamless employee integration.
• Conduct exit interviews and identify any key trends.

• Assist with monthly payroll and pensions processes, ensuring accuracy. 
• Manage the People system and ensure data accuracy across HR technologies, including implementing automations where possible.
• Maintain People data and prepare reports for the Head of People and relevant committees. 

• Maintain accurate employee records in compliance with GDPR regulations. 
• Support performance management processes and advise managers and employees. 
• Ensure fair application of policies and support disciplinary and grievance procedures. 

• Assist in developing and implementing training programs to enhance employee growth. 

• Support recruitment processes in line with policy and legal requirements. Advise employees on benefits and assist with queries and issue resolution. 

• Stay updated on industry regulations to ensure People policies comply with legal standards. 

• Adhere to company policies, risk management, compliance, and financial crime procedures. 
• Contribute to ad hoc HR projects and support the Head of People as needed.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• Certification: CIPD Level 3 (completed or actively working towards).
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in a similar HR role.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with UK employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of HR systems, Bamboo HR & Lever technologies, process optimisation (preferred).

Why join Recognise Bank:

At Recognise Bank, we are passionate about building a team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and shared success. We would love for you to join us and be part of our journey to deliver exceptional banking experiences.

When you join Recognise, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your work-life balance, personal growth, and well-being:

Generous Time Off: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

Work From Anywhere: 4 weeks of Work From Anywhere allowance per year.

Learning & Development: Tailored training and development programs to help you grow professionally.

Sports & Wellness: Opportunities to join company sports leagues, including football, darts, and golf.

Hybrid Working: A flexible working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote per week.

Recognise Bank is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

We’re excited about the possibility of you joining our team and helping us shape the future of banking.