HR Assistant // Permanent role with flexible and / or reduced hours available // Up to £30,000 // Office based near Ellesmere Port

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Human Resources Administrator // Assistant to support a very busy stand- alone HR Manager. This role focuses on recruitment, onboarding, training, HR systems management, and general HR administration. Acting as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, the successful candidate will provide support in-person, by email, and over the phone.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of recruitment administration, including job description formatting, posting vacancies, drafting advertisements
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards throughout the recruitment process.
Manage the onboarding process for new hires, including updating HR and payroll systems.
Prepare and produce employment contracts and offer documentation.
Maintain and update HR databases and systems, ensuring accuracy and reliability of management information.
Prepare monthly HR reports covering headcount, absences, holiday usage, and temporary staffing.
Update and maintain organizational charts.
Manage employee records (manual and electronic) with strict confidentiality.
Respond to general HR inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Record and report employee training, absences, and holidays as required.
Draft correspondence related to HR matters.
Take meeting notes, type them up, and circulate to relevant parties.
Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality policies.
Regularly review and improve administrative processes to enhance departmental efficiency

Experience and Skills

Previous experience in an HR administrative role is essential.
CIPD Level 3 (or higher) qualification is preferred.
Strong knowledge of HR administration practices and procedures.
Exceptional organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to confidently interact at all levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and familiarity with recruitment websites and tools.
Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information.
Willingness to travel for meetings, training, onboarding, and legal updates as required.

For more information, or to apply, please contact Megan Hughes on //