Human Resources Assistant

Position: Human Resources Assistant – (Part-Time/Permanent)

Location:

Head Office, 74 Scarva Road, Banbridge, Co Down, BT32 3QD (Fully office based)

Hours:

This Position is Part-time/Permanent. Consideration can be given to any of the below flexible options:

• 32 Hours/ 4 days per week – Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. (Four fixed days per week can be considered). Flexibility to work additional hours if required.
• 24 Hours/3 days per week – Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. (Three fixed days per week can be considered). Flexibility to work additional hours if required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Head of Human Resources with day-to-day generalist HR activity to ensure all is dealt with in an efficient and professional manner.
• Undertake administration duties supporting HR Processes.
• Recruitment and Selection administration.
• Handle HR related queries in a confidential and professional manner.
• Attending and note taking at HR meetings, conducting interviews in stores throughout Northern Ireland when required.
• Update and maintain all manual/computerised records and ensure confidentiality of information and with all work undertaken.
• Assist with accurate and timely collating of information for payroll
• Ordering and distribution of staff uniforms and name badges.
• Co-ordinate staff training.
• HR Related projects when required.
• Any other relevant duties or administration duties as and when required.

Essential Requirements:

• 3rd level qualification in Human Resources or Business related discipline (HND/Degree)
• 1 year Generalist Human Resources Administration experience
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal/written/interpersonal)
• Excellent telephone manner
• Ability to work within a high volume and varied work load whilst maintaining accuracy & attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team and own initiative
• Excellent organisational and time management skills and ability to work to strict deadlines
• Proficient in using Microsoft packages
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a \’can do attitude\’
• Full driving licence/access to car
• Eligibility to work in UK

Desirable Requirements:

• CIPD qualified or working towards CIPD
• Minimum of 2 years HR Generalist Administration experience
• Experience providing HR related advice
• Experience of the full recruitment life cycle
• Experience with Fair Employment Monitoring
• Up to date knowledge of Northern Ireland employment law

We reserve the right to amend criteria in order to facilitate shortlisting

To Apply:

Applications should be made in writing accompanied by a current CV detailing why you believe you are suitable and demonstrating how you meet the essential and desirable requirements. Alternatively you can complete an application form, available to download from the careers section of the company website

Applications can be submitted by email to – or by post to Human Resources Department, Gordons Chemists, 74 Scarva Road, Banbridge, Co Down, BT32 3QD.

Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person