HR Administrator

The 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 Please contact for further details