HR Advisor / PA

E3 Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sick Pay

Company benefit scheme

Permanent, full-time position

Driving licence and own vehicle

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking an experienced HR Advisor / PA to join their Mansfield team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role combines HR support across the business with high-level administrative and secretarial duties for the Managing Director and Senior Management Team.

You will manage day-to-day HR activities, update policies, coordinate recruitment and onboarding, manage absences, and maintain confidential records. A CIPD Level 3 qualification and a full UK driving licence are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HR Advisor / PA or similar role.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and employment practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize a varied workload and work independently.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support, advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Review, maintain and update company policies, procedures and HR documentation.
• Manage recruitment and onboarding activities, including contracts and job offers.
• Support absence management processes and welfare meetings.
• Promote employee wellbeing and provide support where required.
• Maintain personnel records and provide payroll administration support.
• Coordinate annual appraisals and performance management processes.
• Support training and development initiatives across the business.
• Provide guidance and support throughout disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Provide proactive administrative and secretarial support to the Managing Director and Senior Management Team.
• Manage diaries, meetings, appointments and travel arrangements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence and meeting documentation.
• Take accurate meeting minutes and maintain confidential records.
• Coordinate external award submissions and liaise with organisers where required.

Education

CIPD Level 3 or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Monday to Friday, our client is looking for an experienced HR Advisor / PA to join their established team in Mansfield. This HR Advisor / PA role is a key position within the business, providing professional HR support and guidance across the company whilst delivering high‑level administrative and secretarial support to the Managing Director and Senior Management Team.

The successful HR Advisor / PA will be highly organised, approachable and confident working independently, whilst building strong working relationships across all areas of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor / PA seeking a varied and rewarding role within a stable and supportive environment.

Location Mansfield, with regular travel across company sites as required.

Easily commutable from Mansfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Alfreton, South Normanton, Ripley, Chesterfield, Worksop, Newark, Nottingham, Hucknall, Annesley, Shirebrook, Ollerton, Blidworth, Rainworth, Ravenshead, Clay Cross, Matlock and Retford.

What's in it for you as an HR Advisor / PA?

• Starting salary of 35,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday working hours
• 37.5 hours per week
• 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Company Sick Pay
• Company benefit scheme
• Permanent, full-time position
• Driving licence and own vehicle

Key tasks as the HR Advisor / PA:

• Provide day‑to‑day HR support, advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Review, maintain and update company policies, procedures and HR documentation.
• Manage recruitment and onboarding activities, including contracts and job offers.
• Support absence management processes and conduct welfare meetings.
• Promote employee wellbeing and provide support where required.
• Maintain personnel records and provide payroll administration support.
• Coordinate annual appraisals and performance management processes.
• Support training and development initiatives across the business.
• Provide guidance and support throughout disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Provide proactive administrative and secretarial support to the Managing Director and Senior Management Team.
• Manage diaries, meetings, appointments and travel arrangements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence and meeting documentation.
• Take accurate meeting minutes and maintain confidential records.
• Coordinate external award submissions and liaise with organisers where required.

Ideal qualifications and experience for an HR Advisor / PA:

• Previous experience as an HR Advisor / PA, HR Advisor, HR Officer, HR Generalist, Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant.
• CIPD Level 3 qualification or above would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and employment practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build strong and trusting working relationships.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise a varied workload and work independently.
• Confident managing sensitive and confidential information.
• Professional, approachable and empathetic manner.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Other suitable backgrounds for this HR Advisor / PA role: HR Coordinator, HR Administrator, Senior Administrator, Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Office Coordinator, People Advisor, Employee Relations Advisor, Recruitment Coordinator, Business Support Manager, Operations Administrator, Senior Secretary, Commercial Administrator, Compliance Administrator and Training & Development Coordinator.