Recruitment / HR Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial automation solutions is seeking a Recruitment / HR Assistant in Newcastle-under-Lyme. This full-time role involves supporting recruitment processes, maintaining HR records, and providing first-line HR advice. The ideal candidate will have a strong recruitment background and excellent communication skills. Join a small team focused on improving HR services and enhancing employee engagement.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to benefits portal with discounts

24/7 free EAP helpline

Free counselling sessions

Free tea and coffee

Free on-site parking

Celebration of National Engagement Days

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment and working with ATS.
• Excellent communication skills in English, written and verbal.
• Experience in a customer-facing role or office environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process and onboarding of new hires.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data protection compliance.
• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Education

GCSE or equivalent to Level 5+ in English / Maths

A Level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking Systems

ADP

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Client:

Radwell International

Location:

Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title – Recruitment / HR Assistant

Contract Type – Full-time, permanent

Location – Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire

About us:

Radwell, established in 1979, is a global leader in industrial automation solutions, providing new, never-used, refurbished, obsolete, and hard-to-find automation, industrial, electrical, and MRO components to businesses of all sizes. We are represented worldwide, our corporate HQ is in New Jersey, USA.

About the Role

Based in our Newcastle-under-Lyme office, with possible travel to our other UK sites, you will report to the European Head of Human Resources. This role will provide excellent exposure for an individual seeking broader development within HR but with a strong recruitment background. The role will touch on all elements of recruitment, general first line advisory and HR systems management.

The role has been created with the following person in mind.

ü Recruitment and ATS experienced and passionate about being able to influence getting the right people into the right job?

ü Wanting a long-term career in a generalist HR position and you have been considering your CIPD qualifications

ü Have commercial awareness and can understand the wants and needs of our key stakeholders?

ü Happy to be the first point of contact for general HR queries - approachable and knowledgeable with an ability to build relationships internally and externally?

ü To take responsibility for HR administrative functions. Comfortable with completing the administrative functions of the role with confidentiality and data protection in mind?

We are a small team supporting a growing (and changing) organisation. We have an emphasis on the improvement of our department, our processes and the overall delivery of our services.

An outline of the job description –

Administrative Support

Assist in the recruitment process by posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, creating interview packs and liaising with candidates. Coordinate with hiring managers and the HR team members to ensure a smooth recruitment experience.

Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing paperwork, arranging inductions, and coordinating training sessions. Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.

Provide general administrative support to the HR department, including maintaining supplies, scheduling meetings, and managing correspondence.

Organise and general arrangements of any training and development sessions.

Assist in the preparation of training materials, including presentations, handouts, and training manuals.

HR Records Management

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personal information.

Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.

Payroll Administration

Collaborate with payroll department to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing of any HR changes.

First Line advice

Act as the first point of contact for incoming calls, mailbox and in person queries in relation to employee relations issues, policies, procedures and general enquiries.

Support initiatives to foster a positive work environment and enhance employee engagement.

Work closely and maintain relations with our charity partners and internal committee to assist in arranging/coordinating fundraising events/initiatives.

Organise engagement events to promote employee satisfaction and retention.

Personal Specification

· GCSE or equivalent to Level 5+ in English / Maths

· Experience in recruitment, working with Applicant Tracking Systems

· Experience of working in a customer facing role or office environment

· Knowledge of IT, Microsoft Office package

· Excellent communication skills in English written and verbal

· Able to exchange confidential sensitive or contentious information following clear guidelines

· Ability to contribute to team working and to develop good working relationships

· Ability to communicate with senior managers

· Manage own time

· Ability to prioritise; to be organised and flexible.

· Able to effectively accommodate ad hoc demands to existing workload

· A Level or equivalent

· Knowledge of Rival ATS

• Knowledge of European recruitment

· Experience in HR systems, especially ADP

· Experience of working in an administrative role within a fast-paced service

• Additional European Languages

What you will receive in return:

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

· Opportunity to learn and develop, undertaking tailored courses and training.

· Access to our benefits portal with a wide range of offerings from high street to local discounts including reduced car valets whilst you work!

· A company passionate about wellbeing: 24/7 free EAP helpline, free counselling sessions and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders.

· Free tea and coffee

· Free on site parking

· Celebration of National Engagement Days such as Employee Appreciation Day.

What’s next?

If this role sounds like something you’d be interested in, we invite you to apply for the position at Radwell or call the Head of HR for an informal discussion (07808789482).

Join us in shaping the future of our HR initiatives and contributing to the success of our diverse and growing organisation.

The closing date for this role will be 21 st May 2025. Please note that we may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role, we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment. Interviews are scheduled to be held 29 th May 2025.