Human Resources Assistant

DiverseJobsMatter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Supportive team culture

Job summary

An international law firm is seeking a motivated HR Assistant to support early careers recruitment and trainee development within a dynamic team. This role offers an opportunity to liaise with candidates, manage recruitment campaigns, and contribute to a positive workplace culture. Ideal candidates will have at least 12 months' administrative experience and strong organisational skills. The position is hybrid, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months’ experience in an administrative or support role, ideally within professional services.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Professional and approachable manner for building positive relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with databases.

Responsibilities

• Support early careers recruitment campaigns and events.
• Assist with marketing and candidate engagement initiatives.
• Manage candidate communications and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate trainee development tasks including training sessions.
• Maintain records and monitor performance reviews for trainees.
• Assist with qualification processes and liaise with stakeholders.
• Handle administrative tasks like processing invoices.
• Collaborate on HR projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

Job description

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Location: Hybrid – Manchester, Leeds, or Edinburgh

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

Our client, an international law firm recognised for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, is seeking an HR Assistant – Early Careers to join its growing People Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with strong administrative and organisational skills to play a key role in supporting early careers recruitment, trainee development, and engagement activities. The role sits within a dynamic, supportive team that works closely with stakeholders across the business to attract, nurture, and retain top legal talent.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination and delivery of early careers recruitment campaigns, including university events, placement schemes, open days, and assessment centres.
• Assist with marketing and attraction initiatives, ensuring strong candidate engagement across multiple channels.
• Manage candidate communications, responding promptly to enquiries and maintaining accurate records in applicant tracking systems.
• Support trainee development by coordinating seat rotations, training sessions, inductions, and secondments.
• Maintain trainee records and monitor performance review documentation, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
• Assist with qualification processes, liaising with internal stakeholders and trainees to ensure smooth progression.
• Manage administrative tasks such as maintaining inboxes, processing invoices, and tracking budgets.
• Collaborate with the wider HR team on cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months’ experience in an administrative or support role, ideally within professional services or a similar fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Professional and approachable manner, able to build positive relationships with candidates, colleagues, and external partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confident using databases or applicant tracking systems.
• Experience supporting recruitment or HR processes, particularly early careers or graduate schemes.
• An interest in talent development, diversity initiatives, and employee engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working across UK office locations.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a highly respected international law firm.
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing, inclusion, and learning initiatives.
• Supportive team culture that values collaboration, growth, and work‑life balance.