HR Assistant

MCS Group Consultancy; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in Northern Ireland seeks an HR Assistant to support various HR functions, including recruitment and compliance monitoring. Candidates should have previous HR experience and a CIPD qualification is preferred. The role offers flexible working hours, a temporary contract, and a competitive salary of up to £30,000. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HR or recruitment role.
• Good understanding of HR processes and systems.
• Highly organised, detail-focused and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes, including advertising, shortlisting and interview coordination.
• Lead onboarding and induction activities for new employees.
• Prepare, issue and maintain employment contracts and related documentation.
• Ensure employee records and HR systems are accurate and up to date.
• Assist with compliance monitoring and health & safety initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external training sessions and maintain training records.
• Support audits, reporting and HR-related documentation.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to HR functions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

CIPD qualification

HR/Business degree

Job description

HR Assistant - Antrim, Banbridge, Craigavon

Are you passionate about people and ready to make an immediate impact on workplace experiences? We're seeking an organised and proactive HR Assistant to join a busy, multi-site business on an initial temporary basis. This role offers the chance to support all aspects of HR, helping to deliver efficient processes and a positive employee journey across the organisation.

The Role

As an HR Assistant, you'll be a key member of the HR team, day‑to‑day operations and working closely with wider teams. Collaborating with managers, you'll help maintain smooth processes, ensure compliance, and contribute to a positive, people‑focused culture.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes, including advertising, shortlisting and interview coordination.
• Lead onboarding and induction activities for new employees.
• Prepare, issue and maintain employment contracts and related documentation.
• Ensure employee records and HR systems are accurate and up to date.
• Assist with compliance monitoring and health & safety initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external training sessions and maintain training records.
• Support audits, reporting and HR‑related documentation.
• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the HR, Compliance and legal functions.
• Respond to employee queries and provide guidance in line with company policies.

About You

• Previous experience in an HR or recruitment role.
• Good understanding of HR processes and systems.
• CIPD qualified or relevant HR/Business degree.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused and adaptable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

What's on Offer

• Immediate start.
• Initial temporary contract – potential for extension.
• Salary up to £30,000 per annum.
• Flexible working hours.
• Exposure and development opportunities within a busy HR function.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up‑to‑date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at or .

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability that requires a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.