HR Assistant

Michael Page; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

20 days holiday

Bank Holidays

Job summary

Michael Page in West Bromwich is seeking an HR Assistant to manage day-to-day HR administration across the employee lifecycle in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector. You will keep records accurate, support onboarding, and help the HR department run smoothly.

You will provide guidance to managers on employee relations, coordinate disciplinary and performance processes, and assist with communications, policy updates, and HR projects to improve the People function.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR Assistant, HR Administrator or HR Coordinator role.
• Strong knowledge of HR administration and employee lifecycle processes.
• Good knowledge of core HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support and guidance to managers on employee relations matters.
• Coordinate disciplinary, grievance and performance management processes per policies and law.
• Onboard new employees to ensure a smooth start to the business.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and feedback initiatives.
• Assist with internal communications and HR updates.
• Review and update HR policies, procedures, and handbooks.
• Maintain employee records and HR systems with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist on HR projects and continuous improvement within People function.

Skills

HR administration

Employee lifecycle

Records management

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

As an HR Assistant in West Bromwich, you will manage day-to-day HR administration across the employee lifecycle within the Industrial / Manufacturing sector. You will keep records accurate, organise key processes and help the Human Resources department run smoothly.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector in West Bromwich.

Description

• Provide HR support and guidance to managers and team leaders on a range of employee relations matters.
• Coordinate and support disciplinary, grievance, and performance management processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and employment legislation.
• Act as a key liaison with external HR and employment law providers, including Peninsula, seeking advice and ensuring recommendations are implemented effectively.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a smooth and positive start to the business.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities, including employee satisfaction surveys and feedback initiatives.
• Support internal communications by creating and distributing HR updates, newsletters, and people-related communications.
• Review, update, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks to ensure they remain accurate, compliant, and aligned with business needs.
• Maintain employee records and HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the People function.

Profile

A successful 'HR Assistant' should have:

• Previous experience in an HR Assistant, HR Administrator or HR Coordinator role.
• Strong knowledge of HR administration and employee lifecycle processes.
• Good knowledge of core HR processes.
• The ability to manage HR records and documentation with care and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Confidence handling routine HR administration in a structured and timely way

Job Offer

• Permanent HR Assistant position in West Bromwich.
• Salary of 30,000
• 20 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Pension.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.