HR Assistant

HR Assistant (Temporary Maternity Cover - 12 Months)

Location: Newry
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum
Working Pattern: 4-Day Working Week (choice of Tuesday or Wednesday off)
Hours: 8:00am - 5:30pm

Benefits

• 4-day working week
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Life assurance (3x annual salary)
• Health cash plan (including dental, optical and healthcare benefits)
• Employee discount scheme
• Free onsite parking

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Assistant to join a busy and supportive HR team on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

The successful candidate will support the HR Manager across a range of HR activities, helping to deliver an efficient and professional HR service while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and review of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide HR support throughout the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, attendance management, performance management and employee engagement.
• Maintain accurate HR records, databases and personnel files.
• Ensure confidentiality and GDPR compliance at all times.
• Assist with payroll administration and employee timekeeping records.
• Support the handling of employee queries, disciplinary matters and grievances.
• Coordinate training and development activities.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build positive working relationships across the business.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an HR Assistant or HR Support role.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation.
• Excellent administration, organisation and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels.
• Flexibility to travel between company locations when required.

Desirable Criteria

• CIPD qualified or currently working towards a CIPD qualification.

If you are a proactive HR professional looking for a varied role within a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.