HR Assistant

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial manufacturing sector is seeking an HR Assistant for their East Kilbride office. The role includes supporting the senior leadership team in various HR functions, with a strong focus on recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Candidates should have prior HR experience and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Free on-site parking

35 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Previous HR experience, ideally in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.
• Self-starter who can manage their own workload.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate job adverts, screen CVs, and manage interview scheduling.
• Deliver seamless onboarding and maintain employee records.
• Handle employee HR queries and contribute to workplace culture.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

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Job Title: HR Assistant
Location: East Kilbride / Office based role
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum (plus bonus and benefits)
Are you a proactive HR professional looking for a varied and busy role where you can truly make your mark? Our client, a well-established business in the industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced HR Assistant to support their senior leadership team with a wide range of HR responsibilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on, autonomous role and is eager to take ownership of day-to-day HR operations while being a key point of contact for employees across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Talent Support

• Coordinate job adverts, screen CVs, and manage interview scheduling
• Communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process
• Maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system
• Liaising with recruitment agencies

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Deliver seamless onboarding experiences for new hires
• Organise exit interviews and manage offboarding documentation
• Keep employee records up-to-date and compliant

Employee Relations

• Be the go-to for employee HR queries and support
• Assist in handling employee concerns and escalating when needed
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture through engagement initiatives

HR Administration & Compliance

• Manage HR databases and prepare reports and documentation
• Coordinate training and development opportunities
• Ensure HR practices meet employment law and internal policies
• Work closely with the company’s external HR partner on policy updates

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous track record gained in a HR environment, ideally within manufacturing or industrial but this is not essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information confidentially
• Self-starter who can manage their own workload and work effectively solo

The Package:

• Salary: Up to £33,000 plus a performance-based bonus (paid twice yearly)
• Hours: 35-hour working week
  • Mon–Thurs: 8:30–16:45, Fri: 8:30–12:30
• Holidays: 35 days annual leave
• Benefits:
  • Company pension scheme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Free on-site parking

If you are interested in this role, and have the right experience, please send your CV via the ‘Apply Now’ to be considered.