HR Assistant / HR Advisor

Auxo Commercial; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing company seeks an experienced HR Co-Ordinator / HR Advisor for a varied generalist role. This position, initially a 6-month contract with potential to become permanent, involves supporting payroll, HR admin, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have prior HR experience and excellent interpersonal skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Friendly and inclusive team culture

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar HR Co-Ordinator or Advisor role.
• Good understanding of payroll processes.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting payroll and HR administration.
• Key point of contact for staff queries.
• Participating in employee communications and engagement activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: HR Co-Ordinator / HR Advisor
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: c.£30,000 per annum dependant on experience
Contract: 6-Month to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

We're currently partnering with a leading UK-based manufacturing business that blends a strong heritage with cutting-edge technology to recruit an experienced HR Co-Ordinator / HR Advisor.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and hands-on HR professional looking for a varied generalist role within a busy and supportive team. This is an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with a strong possibility of becoming a permanent position.

The Role:

This is a broad HR position, perfect for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to get stuck in. You'll be supporting both payroll and HR administration, acting as a key point of contact for staff queries and playing a central role in employee communications and engagement activities.

You'll also occasionally support reception duties, helping to cover the phones and front desk when needed - a great opportunity to be at the heart of the business.

What's on Offer:

• Salary of £30,000 per annum
• A varied and hands-on HR role in a company with strong values and a commitment to innovation
• Friendly and inclusive team culture
• Potential for the role to transition into a permanent opportunity

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar HR Co-Ordinator or Advisor role
• Good understanding of payroll processes (hands-on experience not essential)
• A proactive, flexible approach with a willingness to support wherever needed
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Experience working in a manufacturing or similar environment is desirable

If you're an HR generalist who enjoys variety and working closely with the business, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

To apply, please apply via the job board for consideration!