Job Title: Part-Time HR Assistant
Location: Outskirts of Witham
Working Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (pro-rata)
Reports to: HR Manager

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable HR Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis. This is a hands-on, people-facing role, providing daily HR support across a busy and varied working environment. With a strong focus on employee engagement and support, this role requires a visible presence across all operational teams.

Role Summary

You will be responsible for providing day-to-day HR assistance across a workforce of approximately 130 employees. This role will involve regular face-to-face contact with staff and managers, supporting a full range of HR activities including employee relations, disciplinary processes, performance management, and documentation. Your ability to build rapport, remain organised, and handle confidential matters professionally is key.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact for HR queries.

Support employee engagement initiatives and communications.

Attend and minute formal meetings (e.g., disciplinary, grievance, performance reviews).

Assist in managing employee relations cases with professionalism and discretion.

Support HR administrative tasks and ensure documentation is up to date.

Be actively present on-site daily, supporting staff at all levels.

Flexibility to work across different departments and adapt to changing needs.

Essential Experience & Skills

CIPD Level 3 or above (completed or working towards).

Demonstrable experience in employee relations, disciplinaries, and minute taking.

Comfortable working in face-to-face operational environments.

Experience working across various industries and adapting to different workplace cultures.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Detail-oriented with excellent organisation and time management.

Flexibility to start early

Benefits

25 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Death in service benefit

Online GP access

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised meals (one-third off)

Post-probation: support for further CIPD qualifications

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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