HR Assistant (Part Time Temporary 6 Month Contract) Flexible on 2 or 3 days per week | Salary up to £28,000 (pro rata) Malhotra Group Head Office ( Newcastle City Centre) We are looking for an HR Assistant to join our HR team at Malhotra Group on a 6-month temporary contract. This is a part-time role, based at our Head Office in the heart of town, providing administrative support to the wider HR team. This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys structured administrative work, supporting colleagues, and being the first point of contact for queries. You will primarily work over the phone and via email, helping to ensure the smooth running of HR processes across the organisation. You will also have the opportunity to contribute ideas, suggest improvements, and help develop HR best practices. Key Responsibilities Providing administrative support for sickness and absence processes, making monthly calls, and maintaining accurate records Acting as a first point of contact for HR queries from employees and managers Maintaining and updating employee files in line with GDPR and company policies Supporting general HR administration, including preparing documents, updating HR databases, and assisting with HR reporting Helping the HR team to ensure processes run smoothly and efficiently Contributing to employee engagement initiatives and general HR projects as needed We are looking for a proactive and organised HR Assistant who thrives in a supportive, admin-focused role. You will ideally have: Previous experience in an HR administration/assistant role Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and familiarity with HR systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with confidence on the phone A friendly, professional approach and ability to build positive working relationships A proactive mindset, able to come up with initiatives and solutions to improve HR processes If you are detail focused and want to support a busy HR team while contributing ideas to improve processes, we would love to hear from you. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a supportive capacity while making an impact on the employee experience across the organisation.