HR Graduate - Manufacturing Business

HR Graduate

Location:

Aston, Birmingham
Salary: £28,000
Type:
Permanent | Full-time

We are supporting a global engineering and manufacturing group in the Birmingham area with the appointment of an HR Graduate. This role is specifically designed for a recent graduate looking to start their career in Human Resources within a structured, professional environment. Due to group-level requirements, this position is suitable for candidates with less than 12 months of post-graduate experience. Applications from those with several years' HR experience are unlikely to be progressed.

The successful candidate will support both the operational and strategic activities of the HR function, gaining exposure across core HR administration, people initiatives, reporting, and continuous improvement projects.

• HR operations and administration
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems in line with data protection requirements
• Support absence management processes, including data recording, monitoring, and reporting
• Draft HR documentation such as contracts, offer letters, and standard employee correspondence
• Act as a first point of contact for routine HR queries, escalating more complex matters as required
• Support onboarding and induction processes to ensure a positive employee experience
• Assist with performance management and talent development activities
• Support HR initiatives aligned with business and people strategy
• Assist in the preparation of HR data, reports, and workforce insights
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and surveys
• Support the review and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and guidance
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, documentation, and systems
• Participate in HR projects, audits, and continuous improvement activity

• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail
• Clear, professional written communication skills
• Analytical mindset with an interest in process improvement
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; exposure to HR systems is advantageous

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline
• Under 12 months post-graduate experience (essential)
• Placement year, internship, or administrative experience is beneficial but not essential
• CIPD Level 3 or working towards a CIPD qualification is desirable

• Strong interest in HR operations and people development
• Proactive, organised, and detail-focused
• Curious, adaptable, and keen to learn
• Professional, approachable, and collaborative team player

• Starting salary of £28,000
• A genuine entry-level HR role within a structured, well-supported environment
• Exposure to both operational and strategic HR activity
• Ongoing development, mentoring, and learning opportunities
• Clear progression opportunities within the HR function
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