HR Assistant

Job Title: HR Assistant Contract Type: Permanent Location: Rochdale Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 DOE The Opportunity Following a period of sustained growth, a well-established UK business is looking to appoint an enthusiastic HR Assistant to join its expanding HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin or develop a career within HR and recruitment. You will join a supportive and experienced HR function within a growing organisation, gaining exposure across recruitment, HR systems, and day-to-day people operations. The role would suit either an entry-level candidate with a genuine interest in HR, or an experienced administrator / HR Assistant looking to take the next step in a structured and developing environment. The Role Working closely with the wider HR team, you will support the delivery of HR services across multiple operational areas. A key focus of the role will be recruitment coordination, alongside general HR administration and employee support. This is a full-time, office-based position, working Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00. Key Responsibilities Support end-to-end recruitment activity, including advertising roles, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews Build relationships with candidates via telephone and email, particularly within operational recruitment Maintain and update HR systems and employee records Respond to HR-related queries from employees and managers Support diary management and administrative coordination Assist with onboarding documentation and compliance processes Provide general administrative support to the HR team as required About You Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail A genuine interest in HR and recruitment Confident communicator, particularly via telephone Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks Positive, motivated, and supportive team player Competent in Microsoft Office and general IT systems Previous office or HR experience advantageous but not essential Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) preferred What’s On Offer Salary of £26,000–£28,000 (dependent on experience) 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service Company pension On-site parking Referral programme Opportunity to develop within a growing HR function Structured training and ongoing support