**HR Assistant – £34,000 – 15 Month FTC - Thatcham –
Hybrid 3 Days Office 2 Home **
About the Client
Our client is an established Construction organisation employing around 200 people and operating across multiple locations. With a close-knit HR function supporting the wider business, this is a great opportunity to join an environment where you can build strong relationships, take ownership and enjoy plenty of variety. Working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am–4.00pm. Due to location a car is required.
About the Job
This is a varied HR Assistant position covering the full employee lifecycle, combining hands-on HR administration and employee relations with responsibility for coordinating and delivering induction and onboarding training. Initially working alongside the existing HR Assistant during a thorough handover period, you will then take greater ownership of the role during their maternity leave, reporting into the HR Manager.
- Provide day-to-day HR and administrative support across the organisation.
- Support managers with first-line employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, absence and performance.
- Coordinate onboarding and inductions for new starters.
- Deliver internal training and coordinate the wider training calendar.
- Maintain employee records, HR systems, timesheets and documentation.
- Support recruitment, including interview coordination and new starter administration.
- Advise employees and managers on HR policies and general queries.
- Keep HR policies and processes accurate and up to date.
- Support health & safety administration, including PPE requirements.
- Prepare HR correspondence and reports, maintaining confidentiality.
- Build strong relationships with employees and managers across multiple sites.
- Assist with wider HR projects and office activities as required.
About the Successful Applicant
You will have around 3–4 years’ generalist HR experience. You’ll be confident supporting first-line employee relations matters, highly organised and comfortable in an administration-heavy role. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport are essential. CIPD Level 3 would be advantageous, alongside a full UK driving licence for occasional site travel.
What You Will Receive in Return
You’ll also benefit from a friendly, supportive environment and a varied role offering broad exposure across HR, employee relations and training.
How to Proceed
If this super HR opportunity has sparked your interest, I’m eagerly looking forward to your contact! To advance your next career move, please reach out to Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald today – 07825 502491 (please call only if you have previous HR experience & are a car driver). You can get in touch by promptly submitting your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits!🌞💯🚀
**HR Assistant – £34,000 – 15 Month FTC - Thatcham –
Hybrid 3 Days Office 2 Home **
HR Assistant (4224) in Reading employer: Wade Macdonald
Wade Macdonald is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Milton Keynes where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to driving meaningful HR initiatives, employees enjoy hybrid working arrangements, significant exposure to senior leadership, and the opportunity to influence the employee experience during a transformative period. Join us to be part of a supportive culture that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.
