HR Student - Summer contract

HR Student - Summer Contract

Are you an enthusiastic HR student or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment?

A local organisation is seeking a motivated HR student to join its team on a 3-month fixed-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical HR knowledge while supporting a busy HR function and working alongside experienced HR professionals.

The Role

As an HR Assistant, you will provide administrative and general HR support across a range of people-related activities. Working closely with the HR team and line managers, you will gain valuable exposure to employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, and employee engagement initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide first-line administrative support for HR-related queries from employees and managers.
• Assist with recruitment activities, including preparing job adverts, coordinating interviews, and supporting the onboarding process.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection requirements.
• Support absence management processes by updating records and assisting with return-to-work documentation.
• Help coordinate training sessions and assist with the preparation of HR materials and communications.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and HR projects aimed at improving workplace culture.
• Assist with the implementation and consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Currently studying towards, or recently completed, a degree in HR or CIPD qualification
• An interest in developing a career in Human Resources.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new HR systems.
• Eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Flexible working hours
• Immediate start available
• Valuable hands-on HR experience within a fast-paced environment.

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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