HR Assistant

Job Description

Job Title: HR Assistant

Location: East Kilbride / Office based role

Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 per annum (plus bonus and benefits)

Are you a proactive HR professional looking for a varied and busy role where you can truly make your mark? Our client, a well-established business in the industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced HR Assistant to support their senior leadership team with a wide range of HR responsibilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on, autonomous role and is eager to take ownership of day-to-day HR operations while being a key point of contact for employees across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities: Recruitment & Talent Support

• Coordinate job adverts, screen CVs, and manage interview scheduling
• Communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process
• Maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system
• Liaising with recruitment agencies

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Deliver seamless onboarding experiences for new hires
• Organise exit interviews and manage offboarding documentation
• Keep employee records up-to-date and compliant

Employee Relations

• Be the go-to for employee HR queries and support
• Assist in handling employee concerns and escalating when needed
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture through engagement initiatives

HR Administration & Compliance

• Manage HR databases and prepare reports and documentation
• Coordinate training and development opportunities
• Ensure HR practices meet employment law and internal policies
• Work closely with the company’s external HR partner on policy updates

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous track record gained in an HR environment, ideally within manufacturing or industrial, but this is not essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information confidentially The Package:
  • Salary: Up to £35,000 plus a performance-based bonus
  • Hours: 35-hour working week (early Friday finish)
  • Holidays: 35 days annual leave
  • Benefits:
    • Company pension scheme
    • Death in service benefit
    • Free on-site parking