What does an HR assistant do?

Manages files, contracts, attendance, support on payroll or benefits and interview logistics depending on the company.

Yes, in junior roles: early screening and coordination. Hiring decisions usually stay with the analyst or manager.

human resources assistant

Code 4416.1

The HR assistant (asistente de personal o auxiliar de RR.HH.) supports people admin, documentation, onboarding and lower-complexity selection tasks. Use this Job Dictionary profile to define a support role without confusing it with a generalist or senior recruiter.

Essential skills

Knowledge

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Skills and competences

apply company policies
communicate by telephone
document interviews
profile people
assess character
manage payroll reports
identify with the company's goals
maintain professional administration
fix meetings
listen actively
write work-related reports
use communication techniques

Transversal competences

support managers
administer appointments
observe confidentiality

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Assess organisation, confidentiality, deadline follow-through and handling people on sensitive topics.

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What does an HR assistant do?: Manages files, contracts, attendance, support on payroll or benefits and interview logistics depending on the company.
Can they recruit?: Yes, in junior roles: early screening and coordination. Hiring decisions usually stay with the analyst or manager.
What to assess for this role?: Discretion, admin accuracy and ability to prioritise many requests at once.

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This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences