Job Description

HR Assistant – Peterlee – Long-Term Contract

£24.96 FCSA Umbrella (This role is deemed inside IR35 or £18.25 paye

Fully office based 5 days pw in Peterlee

Contract Position, min 12months (likely to extend & be long term)

We are currently recruiting for an HR Assistant to join a busy HR team supporting a large manufacturing operation in Peterlee.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous HR administration, business support, or office administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing HR support to managers, employees, and the wider HR team

• Supporting employee onboarding activities

• Assisting with absence management administration and record keeping

• Coordinating meetings, calendars, and employee appointments

• Maintaining HR records and preparing reports

• Supporting employees with HR system queries and access issues

• Assisting with policy and procedure-related enquiries

• General HR and administrative support duties

Requirements:

• Previous administration or HR administration experience

• Strong organisational and workload management skills

• Good Microsoft Office skills

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Ability to manage tasks independently and use initiative

Desirable:

• Experience with HR systems such as Workday

• Experience within manufacturing or large corporate environments

Location: Peterlee (fully onsite)

Contract: 12-month contract with strong likelihood of extension

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm, Friday 8:00am-12:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

This is a varied and engaging role offering exposure to a wide range of HR activities while working within a collaborative and supportive team environment