HR Associate

Ashley Kate HR; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Coventry seeks an HR Associate to oversee daily HR operations and employee development. The ideal candidate will have CIPD Level 5 qualifications and a strong commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing. This position offers a salary of up to £36,500, transitioning to a hybrid model after a probation period.

Qualifications

• Strong HR knowledge and experience in day-to-day HR operations.
• Ability to manage and guide HR processes effectively.
• Commitment to fairness and inclusion in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Manage full range of HR processes, including recruitment and payroll.
• Coordinate staff learning and development programs.
• Provide guidance on performance and employee relations.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure policy compliance.
• Contribute to employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.

Skills

HR knowledge

Organizational ability

Confidence in guiding managers

Empathy and problem-solving

Education

CIPD Level 5 Qualified

Job description

Overview

Are you an HR professional ready to put purpose at the heart of your career?

Ashley Kate are delighted to be supporting a highly respected not for profit organisation to recruit a HR Associate.

Location and salary

Location: Coventry (after passing 6 month probationary period a Hybrid model will be introduced 60% office-based)

Salary: Up to £36,500 depending on experience

The Role

This position will take the lead on day to day HR operations and staff development, making sure colleagues are supported, valued, and equipped to succeed. You\'ll be responsible for managing people processes across the entire employee journey while also playing an active role in creating an inclusive, positive workplace culture. With involvement in wellbeing, training, and equity initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the full range of HR processes, from recruitment and induction through to payroll, attendance, and leavers.
• Coordinating staff learning and development programmes, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and equality.
• Providing guidance to managers on performance, employee relations, and day to day HR queries.
• Maintaining accurate HR records and ensuring compliance with policies and legislation.
• Contributing to initiatives that strengthen employee wellbeing and engagement across the organisation.

About you

You\'ll bring strong HR knowledge, great organisational ability, and the confidence to guide managers on both everyday processes and more people-focused matters. With a balance of empathy and problem-solving, you\'ll build trusted relationships and provide support to colleagues across the organisation. Most importantly, you\'ll be driven by a commitment to fairness, inclusion, and creating real impact for those you work with.

• CIPD Level 5 Qualified

To Apply for this role please call Laura on 0121 321 1000 or email

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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