Administrative Assistant

Company: Robert Half
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Location: Sherburn in Elmet
Job Description:

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant to join our client’s HR team on a temporary basis for an initial 2–3 month assignment.

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**Fully on-site role**

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This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build experience within HR, and the client would be happy to consider recent graduates as well as candidates with previous HR or administrative experience.

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The role will provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team, including preparing correspondence, maintaining trackers, supporting employee requests and assisting with general HR queries.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Providing general administrative support to the HR team
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  • Preparing and issuing HR-related letters and correspondence
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  • Maintaining and updating HR trackers and employee records
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  • Supporting with employee relations administration and tracking ER activity
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  • Processing and monitoring extended leave requests
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  • Assisting with general employee and HR-related queries
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  • Ensuring HR documentation is accurate, complete and up to date
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  • Updating spreadsheets and internal systems
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  • Supporting the HR team with ad hoc administrative tasks as required
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About You

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The ideal candidate will have:

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  • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
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  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
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  • Good written and verbal communication skills
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  • Good Microsoft Office and Excel skills
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  • A proactive and reliable approach to work
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  • The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
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Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Previous HR administration experience is beneficial but not essential, provided you have strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

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What's on Offer

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  • 2–3 month temporary assignment
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  • Fully on-site in Sherburn in Elmet
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  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an HR department
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  • Suitable for both experienced administrators and recent graduates
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  • Varied role with exposure to wider HR processes and employee relations
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Posted: August 27th, 2026