Temporary HR Advisor

VanRath Search & Selection; Antrim; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to gain valuableexperience

Job summary

VanRath Search & Selection in Antrim, Northern Ireland, is looking for a Temporary HR Advisor for an initial one-month assignment, with a potential extension. The role focuses on recruitment and onboarding, delivering a positive experience for new hires and managers in a dynamic environment.

You will lead end-to-end recruitment, coordinate interviews and pre-employment checks, support onboarding activities, and handle employee relations with discretion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a generalist HR role.
• Demonstrable experience in recruitment, selection and onboarding.
• Strong knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive problem solver focused on positive candidate and new hire experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in HR systems and data reporting.
• Committed to confidentiality and high professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding to ensure a best-in-class candidate experience.
• Coordinate interviews, pre-employment checks and new starter documentation.
• Ensure onboarding activities support smooth integration of new employees.
• Handle employee relations issues with discretion (discipline and grievances).
• Assist in designing and delivering onboarding programmes and training.
• Maintain HR systems to track recruitment and onboarding progress.
• Contribute to HR policy improvements to enhance candidate and employee experience.
• Generate recruitment metrics reports and help benchmark salaries.
• Support wider HR activities to promote staff engagement and retention.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

HR Systems

Employment Legislation

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

Temporary HR Advisor (BBBH14530) Antrim, Northern Ireland

Join a dynamic organisation renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence. Our client is seeking a dedicated Temporary HR Advisor for an initial one-month period, with the possibility of extension, to deliver exceptional support with a focus on recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for new hires and management alike.

Salary / Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate / daily rate
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a forward-thinking company
• Supportive team environment
• Flexible working arrangements

About your next employer

This organisation is a prominent player within its sector, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to employee development. Operating within a complex regulatory environment across the UK and overseas, they employ a diverse workforce and rely heavily on effective recruitment and onboarding to drive success. The HR team is pivotal in delivering a positive employee experience and fostering a high-performing workplace culture.

About you

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a generalist HR role
• Demonstrable experience in recruitment, selection, and onboarding activities
• Strong knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practice
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proactive problem solver with a focus on delivering a positive candidate and new hire experience
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Proficient in HR systems and data reporting
• Committed to confidentiality and high standards of professionalism

What you’ll do

• Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure a best-in-class experience for candidates and managers
• Coordinate interviews, pre-employment checks, and new starter documentation accurately and efficiently
• Ensure all onboarding activities support smooth integration and engagement of new employees
• Handle employee relations issues with discretion, including disciplinary matters and grievances
• Assist in designing and delivering onboarding programmes and training initiatives
• Support the maintenance of HR systems to track recruitment and onboarding progress
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HR policies to enhance candidate and employee experience
• Generate reports on recruitment metrics and help benchmark salaries to remain competitive
• Support wider HR activities to promote staff engagement, motivation, and retention

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.