UK Management College
HR Assistant
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HR Assistant
Department: Human Resources
Reporting to: HR Support Manager
Location: Manchester / UKMC Group Locations
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (On-site)
About UK Management College
UK Management College (UKMC) and the wider Unibridge Group are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience supported by effective, reliable, and secure systems and services.
At UK Management College, we aim to unlock infinite possibilities by nurturing every individual's potential and creating an inclusive environment where aspirations become achievements. Through strong partnerships with universities and industry stakeholders, we strive to foster excellence in education and empower our communities to make meaningful contributions within their chosen fields.
Job Purpose
The HR Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources and Recruitment teams across UK Management College and the wider Unibridge Group.
The postholder will play a key role in supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee administration, and compliance activities. Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment processes, scheduling interviews, maintaining employee and candidate records, preparing onboarding documentation, supporting pre-employment checks, and ensuring a positive candidate and employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
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This role requires a highly organised, proactive, and professional individual who can manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality, and deliver a high standard of administrative support within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment Administration
- Support end-to-end recruitment activities across multiple departments.
- Monitor recruitment and HR inboxes and respond to candidate and employee enquiries in a timely manner.
- Attend interviews to take notes, ensure compliance with UKMC policies and respond to basic HR questions.
Onboarding Support
- Prepare contracts of employment, and onboarding documentation.
- Coordinate new starter onboarding activities.
- Ensure all employee records are completed and compliant before start dates.
- Assist with induction scheduling and new employee orientation activities.
HR Administration
- Support pre-employment checks, including references, right-to-work verification, and background screening where applicable.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee and candidate information.
- Support HR reporting and recruitment metrics.
- Assist with general HR administration.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation, GDPR, and company policies.
Compliance
- Assist with monitoring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee information at all times.
Skills and Experience
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Essential
- Previous administrative experience, ideally within HR or recruitment.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
Desirable
- CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards it.
- Previous experience supporting recruitment or onboarding activities.
- Knowledge of employment law and recruitment best practices.
- CIPD qualification (desirable but not essential).
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Pension Scheme
- Professional development opportunities
- Career progression opportunities within a growing higher education organisation
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Free onsite parking
- Staff engagement, recognition, and wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunity to develop a career within Human Resources
How to Apply
If you are an organised and motivated individual looking to develop your HR career within a growing higher education organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a dedicated Human Resources team, supporting the recruitment and development of talented individuals across UK Management College and the wider Unibridge Group.
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