HR Assistant - Immediate start

HR Assistant - Immediate start

We're looking for an HR Assistant to join a growing transport organisation in a varied and people-focused role. You'll support the HR & Compliance team across recruitment, onboarding, employee administration, compliance, and training activities, helping to ensure a positive employee experience and smooth HR operations.

The role

As HR Assistant, you will provide day-to-day support across a range of HR and compliance activities. Working closely with managers and employees, you'll help coordinate recruitment, maintain HR records, support training initiatives, and assist with compliance and health & safety processes.

The main responsibilities

• Support recruitment and onboarding activities, including interview coordination and inductions.
• Prepare employment contracts and employee documentation.
• Maintain accurate HR records and systems.
• Respond to employee queries and provide administrative HR support.
• Assist with compliance, health & safety, and audit requirements.
• Coordinate training activities and maintain training records.
• Support HR projects and initiatives across the employee lifecycle.
• Produce reports and ensure HR documentation is up to date and compliant.

The ideal candidate

• Previous experience in an HR Assistant or HR Officer role.
• Good understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• CIPD qualification or working towards.
• Experience within transport or logistics is advantageous.

What's on offer?

• Salary based on experience
• Flexible working
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Initial temporary contract with potential for extension

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at 02896935489 or t.duffy@mcsgroup.jobs.

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