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Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant

DiverseJobsMatter • Manchester, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

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Location: Hybrid – Manchester, Leeds, or Edinburgh

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

Our client, an international law firm recognised for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, is seeking an HR Assistant – Early Careers to join its growing People Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with strong administrative and organisational skills to play a key role in supporting early careers recruitment, trainee development, and engagement activities. The role sits within a dynamic, supportive team that works closely with stakeholders across the business to attract, nurture, and retain top legal talent.

Responsibilities

  • Support the coordination and delivery of early careers recruitment campaigns, including university events, placement schemes, open days, and assessment centres.
  • Assist with marketing and attraction initiatives, ensuring strong candidate engagement across multiple channels.
  • Manage candidate communications, responding promptly to enquiries and maintaining accurate records in applicant tracking systems.
  • Support trainee development by coordinating seat rotations, training sessions, inductions, and secondments.
  • Maintain trainee records and monitor performance review documentation, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
  • Assist with qualification processes, liaising with internal stakeholders and trainees to ensure smooth progression.
  • Manage administrative tasks such as maintaining inboxes, processing invoices, and tracking budgets.
  • Collaborate with the wider HR team on cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 12 months’ experience in an administrative or support role, ideally within professional services or a similar fast‑paced environment.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
  • Professional and approachable manner, able to build positive relationships with candidates, colleagues, and external partners.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confident using databases or applicant tracking systems.
  • Experience supporting recruitment or HR processes, particularly early careers or graduate schemes.
  • An interest in talent development, diversity initiatives, and employee engagement.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Hybrid working across UK office locations.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a highly respected international law firm.
  • Access to a wide range of wellbeing, inclusion, and learning initiatives.
  • Supportive team culture that values collaboration, growth, and work‑life balance.
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