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Central Employment are delighted to be working in partnership an award-winning, global manufacturing and engineering organisation based in Tyne & Wear, as they look for an HR Assistant. Immediate start date, fixed term contract for circa 7 months, up to £27k DOE. Key Objectives Accurately manage and update employee records, including personal information, attendance, and performance and development forms, utilising HR software systems. Assist in coordinating recruitment activities such as posting job adverts, screening CVs, scheduling interviews, and corresponding with candidates to ensure a seamless recruitment process. Liaise with recruitment agency for new starters/replacements. Manage weekly timesheets. Attend weekly meetings with temp agency. Update agency tracker and HR system. Issue passes for new starters. Monitor employee reviews. Monitor sickness levels, notify line managers and HR Advisor of potential sickness absence issues. Ensure correct return to work procedure is followed and liaise with managers on key documentation. Arrange occupation health appointments and send appropriate documentation. All time and attendance administrative activity and maintaining data in the HR system. All other duties First point of contact for employees on any HR related queries Assisting with payroll Reporting regularly on HR metrics, such as company turnover, sickness absence Manage and maintain HR documents and internal databases, such as holiday and leave Maintain digital and electronic records of employees ER support low level e.g. absence management/ disciplinaries Keep up to date with the latest HR trends and best practice Experience required: Experience in a fast-paced administration role. Prior experience in a HR administrative role is advantageous. Experience with HRIS or Microsoft Office suite. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels across the business. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping. Ability to build effective working relationships. Competent in Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Powerpoint Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Self-motivated to achieve high standards.