HR Assistant

MCS Ltd - Sage - Asta; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Belfast is seeking an experienced HR Assistant for a 9-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support the employee lifecycle through effective HR management, from recruitment to wellbeing initiatives. This role requires strong organisational skills, a CIPD qualification, and a friendly, approachable demeanor.

Benefits

Competitive Salary (up to £30,000)

25 days annual leave + 12 statutory days

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar HR role.
• CIPD qualified (Associate level).
• Confident in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment processes from advert to offer.
• Support onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintain HR records and generate reports.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

CIPD Qualified (Associate Level)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Assistant - Belfast - FTC 9-months

MCS is excited to announce an opportunity to join a leading charity located in Belfast, looking for an experienced and motivated HR Assistant to join their organisation for a 9-month fixed-term contract. You will report to the Head of People and will play a key role in delivering value-led and efficient HR support across the employee lifecycle.

Company

The company is a value-led organisation committed to supporting individuals across the Island of Ireland. With a strong emphasis on inclusion and empowerment, this organisation offers a meaningful and supportive working environment where employees can make a real difference.

Role & Responsibilities

1. Coordinating recruitment processes from advert to offer
2. Supporting onboarding and offboarding
3. Maintaining HR records and generating reports (e.g., sickness absence)
4. Providing confidential support in HR matters
5. Supporting wellbeing and engagement initiatives
6. Assisting with HR audits, surveys, and process improvement projects
7. Being flexible to support wider HR functions with various tasks

The Ideal Candidate

1. Experience in a similar HR role
2. CIPD qualified (Associate level)
3. Confident working in a fast-paced environment
4. Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail
5. Flexible - happy to help out beyond core HR duties when needed
6. Friendly and approachable, with great communication skills
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with HR systems is a bonus

What's In It for You?

• A competitive salary (up to £30,000)
• 25 days annual leave + 12 statutory days (pro-rata)
• Hybrid working
• Pension scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Katie Fox, Associate HR Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group on 02896 935507.

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