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Hays are working with a business based in Kidderminister to provide effective, professional and confidential HR administrative support across the organisation. The role ensures the timely delivery of HR processes, high‑quality service to stakeholders, and commitment to continual personal and professional development. This role is a temporary role expected to last 4-6 weeks and you will need to be available to start immediately.

Your new role

• HR Administration & Data Management.
• Handle HR and recruitment enquiries from employees, applicants and external parties via telephone and email.
• Produce HR documentation including employment contracts, letters, and formal correspondence.
• Maintain and update electronic personnel records, ensuring accuracy, compliance and confidentiality.
• Ensure HR data complies with employment legislation, GDPR requirements, and relevant quality standards.
• Recruitment & Onboarding
• Support end‑to‑end recruitment including advertising vacancies, applicant screening, interview coordination and issuing formal offers.
• Manage pre‑employment checks, references, right‑to‑work documentation and onboarding tasks.
• Coordinate induction planning and ensure probation processes are followed, including monitoring periods and producing related documentation.
• Employee Lifecycle Administration.
• Process starters, leavers and internal changes in accordance with HR procedures.
• Prepare and update employee information for payroll and benefits processing.
• Data Analysis & Reporting.
• Collect, input and analyse HR data including absence and annual leave records.
• Produce verbal and written reports as required.
• Support staff surveys including collection, analysis and presentation of findings.
• Assist with updating HR policies, procedures and induction materials.
• Participate in HR improvement projects and propose ideas for process enhancements.
• Maintain and update relevant organisational records as required.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and high standards of service at all times.
• Work collaboratively within the HR team, supporting colleagues and contributing to shared objectives.
• Demonstrate strong organisation, prioritisation and problem‑solving skills.
• Ensure safe working practices in line with Health & Safety requirements.
• Use initiative, work proactively and maintain tidy, compliant workspaces.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience working in a busy team environment.
• Data entry and administrative experience.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and follow procedures methodically.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Demonstrates initiative, motivation and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Understanding of GDPR and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• General understanding of HR functions and processes.
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent HR qualification.

What you need to do now

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