Part‑Time HR Assistant
Location: Stoke‑on‑Trent
Hours: 25 hours across 5 days
Salary: £27,400 (pro rata) + benefits
Permanent
Are you a hands‑on HR professional who enjoys being at the heart of a busy operation? Looking for work/life balance?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established, family‑owned manufacturing business and play a key role in supporting a growing HR function as Part‑time HR Assistant.
About the Business
Our client is a globally recognised manufacturer and market leader in what they do. Based in Stoke‑on‑Trent, the manufacturing site supports around 140 employees and forms part of a much larger international group with operations.
With strong heritage, global reach and exciting growth plans, this is a business that blends traditional craftsmanship with innovation.
The Opportunity
As HR Assistant you will report into the HR Manager who is a real developer of people and sees this role as their right hand person in driving forward the HR function, improving processes and raising the profile of HR across the business.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants broad exposure across the full HR lifecycle and to grow alongside a fantastic HR Manager.
The Role
This is a true generalist support role, including:
* Maintaining HR records and employee documentation
* Managing HR administration and spreadsheets
* Supporting recruitment and onboarding activity
* Assisting with benefits administration
* Supporting wellbeing initiatives
* Updating policies and procedures
* Providing first‑line support to managers
* Helping upskill managers through guidance and process support
* Supporting payroll administration
You will be highly visible across the manufacturing site and play a key role in delivering a professional, responsive HR service.
About You
* Previous experience in an HR Assistant or Generalist role
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, operational environment
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Confident managing data and spreadsheets
* Proactive, approachable and hands‑on in style
* Payroll experience would be advantageous but not essential
CIPD qualification is not required, but support can be provided if you wish to pursue it.
Whats on Offer
* 25 hours a week across 5 days
* 23 days holiday + bank holidays
* Gym discounts
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Social events
* Genuine development opportunity
If youre looking for a part‑time role where you can gain real breadth of HR experience and make a tangible impact in a manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect next step.
Get in touch to find out more or apply today.
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