HR Assistant (Fixed Term Contract until 30th September 2026) Manchester City Centre Hybrid and flexible working 2 days in the office, 3 days wfh Full Time (37 hours per week) Immediate start Salary up to 32k plus a highly competitive benefits package including a competitive benefits and holiday package. Medlock Partners are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to join their HR team. This role will focus on delivering a high-quality HR operations service, supporting the employee lifecycle, and ensuring accuracy and consistency across HR systems and processes. Key Responsibilities for the HR Assistant: Act as a first point of contact for HR queries via the HR helpline Support the onboarding process, including pre-employment checks and documentation Prepare and issue contracts, variations and HR correspondence Support payroll processes, including preparing and submitting monthly data Administer employee lifecycle activities, including maternity and paternity processes Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with data protection standards Support HR systems (HRIS), including reporting and data analysis Assist with process improvements and HR system enhancements Identify and escalate risks or anomalies, including payroll and employee relations matters Key requirements for the HR Assistant: Proven experience in an HR administration or HR operations role Experience managing high-volume transactional HR activity with strong attention to d