Full job descriptionThe Role

HR Assistant
Location: Darlington (Office-based with hybrid working post-probation)
We are currently working with a leading, multi-site organisation to recruit an HR Assistant to join their established and fast-paced HR team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR administrator or junior HR professional looking to build their career within a dynamic environment, where no two days are the same.
The Role:
Reporting into the HR leadership team, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day HR function across multiple business units.
This is a varied position with responsibility across the full employee lifecycle, including:
*Managing and tracking employee absence processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
*Acting as a gatekeeper, challenging inconsistencies and escalating where appropriate
*Supporting with onboarding and offboarding, including contract administration
*Processing changes to terms and conditions (salary, hours, benefits)
*Maintaining accurate employee data across HR systems
*Supporting wider HR projects and providing cover across the team when required
*This is a busy, fast-paced role where attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.


The Person

The Candidate
We are keen to speak with individuals who have:
*Previous experience in a HR Assistant or HR Administration role
*Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
*Confidence to challenge and query information where required
*Experience of working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
*A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently
*Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
*Candidates from sectors such as manufacturing, retail or customer-led environments will be particularly well suited.
*CIPD Level 3 is desirable but not essential – support can be provided for the right individual.

Next Steps

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