Overview
Job Title: HR Assistant
Location: Earlstrees Industrial Estate, Corby, Northants
Department: Human Resources
Type: Part time - 20 hours per week - Monday to Friday - flexibility around working hours
Are you passionate about people, precision, and making a real difference in the workplace? Morgan is looking for a proactive and detail-driven HR Assistant to support and elevate our Human Resources operations at site level. This is your chance to play a key role in shaping employee experience, driving engagement, and ensuring smooth HR processes that help our business thrive.
Responsibilities
As our HR Assistant, you’ll be the backbone of our site-level HR function, ensuring everything runs like clockwork. You will:
* Administer monthly Time & Attendance reporting and payroll data prep
* Maintain accurate employee records in Morgan’s HR systems (MEIS & T&A)
* Support employee communications, engagement, and recognition initiatives
* Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
* Contribute to annual salary reviews and bonus cycles
* Issue eye care vouchers and manage sensitive employee requests
* Coordinate interviews, screen applications, and liaise with candidates
* Support wellness initiatives and occupational health reviews
* Prepare offer letters, contracts, and onboarding materials
* Track absences, hires, and turnover with weekly MI reporting
* Assist with audits, data accuracy checks, and compliance documentation
* Be a trusted point of contact for employee queries and HR support
* Take part in disciplinary meetings and site-based training coordination
* Contribute to special HR projects and help drive initiatives to completion
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
* Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
* Comfortable working with confidential information
* A great communicator and team player
* Able to meet deadlines and juggle multiple priorities
* Familiar with UK employment law and HR best practices
Why Morgan?
At Morgan, we believe in empowering our people. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter—and where you’ll grow both professionally and personally.
Ready to make your mark in HR? Apply today and help us build a workplace where people thrive.
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who’s not just capable—but curious, collaborative, and committed to excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical know-how, HR experience, and a people-first mindset.
Experience & Skills
* Prior experience working in a Human Resources environment is preferable
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint); AI proficiency is a plus
* Hands‑on experience with HRIS, payroll, time & attendance, and applicant tracking systems
* Solid understanding of UK Employment Legislation and compliance standards
* Familiarity with core HR principles and concepts
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
* Strong organizational skills and a sharp eye for detail
* Natural problem solver with a drive for continuous improvement
* Ability to clearly present ideas and reports in both written and verbal formats
* Comfortable working across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders
* Excellent time management, planning, and negotiation abilities
GBU & HR Functional Competencies
* Accountability & Ownership– Take initiative and own outcomes
* Continuous Improvement– Always seek better ways of working
* Customer Focused & Responsive– Put people at the heart of what you do
* Judgement & Decision Making– Assess risks and act wisely
* Solutions‑Oriented– Tackle challenges with creativity and resolve
* Agility– Adapt quickly and manage competing priorities
* Business Acumen– Act as a strategic partner to the business
* Clear Thinking & Communication– Share ideas with clarity and impact
* Flexibility– Support global teams across time zones and deadlines
* Global Collaboration– Enable solutions that support international operations
* Results‑Driven– Deliver outcomes that move the business forward
Able to support ad‑hoc requirements to attend site outside of normal office hours.
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