About Windward Energy

We’re committed to supporting a sustainable world to protect future generations from the impacts of climate change.

We develop energy infrastructure that will play a part in the transition to net zero. From wind energy to hydrogen, we believe in moving towards tomorrow.

Founded in 2018, and based in Edinburgh, we operate a number of green energy companies across the UK. They’re taking on some of the biggest challenges on the journey to net zero: increasing the amount of renewable energy generation; investing in new grid infrastructure to transport green energy to homes and businesses; and developing innovative long duration energy storage solutions.

What you can expect as a Windward Colleague

Full flexibility with the option to work from home or in the office as needed.
Flexitime with the ability to work core hours and take time back in lieu throughout the week.
Fridays are allocated as ‘no meeting’ days to ensure down time at the end of the week.
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
Private Medical Insurance from day 1 with cover for immediate family including spouse or partner and children, including direct mental health pathways and support.
Annual pay review and discretionary bonus.
Employer pension contributions up to 7%.
Electric car scheme via salary sacrifice.
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tech scheme – discounts on latest technology including laptops, phones, iPads for personal use
Life assurance cover and income protection.
Travel insurance.
Suite of enhanced policies and provisions to support colleagues through all the moments that matter.
Regular team socials, activities, sporting events and charity fundraisers.

The Role

REPORTS TO: People Operations Lead

LOCATION: Cardiff

The People Operations Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support across various disciplines within the People and Engagement Team. Reporting directly to the People Operations Lead they will assist with all People related administration across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring relevant governance and controls are adhered to and records are updated in line with procedural and legal requirements. The People Operations Assistant will work with the wider team supporting on Recruitment and Learning & Development.

Main Responsibilities

HR Administration: Support People Operations, by maintaining employee records, updating HR databases, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
Assist with employee benefits administration, ensuring employees are fully informed and supported.
Help with employee enquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
Prepare and distribute HR communications and reports as needed.
Support in managing employee files, ensuring confidentiality and proper filing practices.
Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other HR-related materials.
Provide team support for employee engagement activities and initiatives.
Recruitment Administration: Prepare new starter paperwork such as offer letters and contracts of employment
Assist in managing the recruitment process by posting job openings on various platforms.
Schedule and coordinate interviews with candidates, ensuring a smooth and timely process.
Maintain an organised candidate database and assist with onboarding of new hires.
Learning and Development Support: Assist with organising and coordinating training sessions, orientation and workshops for employees.
Maintain training schedules and send out reminders and materials.
Track employee progress and certifications in various L&D programs.
Provide administrative support in the creation of learning content and resources.
Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of training programs through feedback collection.

General

The above responsibilities are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the incumbent may be called upon to carry out such other appropriate alternative or additional duties as may be required, which are within their capability and competence.

What we look for in return

Knowledge & Skills

Ability to build strong, cooperative, and productive relationships with the wider team.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
Competent with Microsoft Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, excel etc
Trustworthy with the ability to act with complete confidentiality and discretion at all times
Dedicated to continuous improvement; someone who will drive forward process improvements

Experience & Qualifications

Proven track record in a busy administrative role, with many competing priorities and preferably within a HR team
Experience of working with a wide range of databases and systems for data management and record keeping.
Experience with contractual documentation or policies is advantageous
Working towards a CIPD qualification is desirable, but not essential

What does our culture mean to us and you?

At Windward Energy, we are committed to having a workplace that encourages and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. This means taking account of social or personal challenges that some colleagues may face and making available, the right workplace environment, resources and opportunities, which allow all of us at Bute Energy, to THRIVE.

Our culture and the way we do things is centred around ‘belonging’. We believe that everyone should be able to be their true authentic self at Windward Energy and encourage this through promoting an inclusive environment which values and encourages different perspectives, thoughts, ideas and backgrounds, to ensure a truly innovative and exciting place to work.

We do not accept any discriminatory attitudes or behaviours. Every single colleague and potential colleague who wishes to join us, should feel confident in equality of opportunity and be free from any bullying, discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We hope and encourage all suitably qualified individuals to feel comfortable and energised to join our dedicated team and contribute to Wales’ shift towards sustainable energy solutions.

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