People and Operations Associate

Summary

• Entry-level People & Operations Associate opportunity within a fast-growing consultancy business.
• Gain exposure across recruitment, HR, employee engagement and business operations.
• Includes a fully funded CIPD Level 3 qualification, making it an excellent opportunity to launch a long-term career in HR and People Operations.

Our Client

Mackie Myers are partnering with a growing professional services organisation that has experienced significant expansion over the last few years. With a strong people-first culture and ambitious growth plans, the business is continuing to invest in its People function to ensure employees are supported, developed and engaged throughout their careers.

They are now seeking a People & Operations Associate to join the team on a 16-month fixed-term contract, providing an excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish a career within HR and People Operations.

The Role

Reporting to the People & Operations Lead, this position will provide support across recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle administration, reporting and employee engagement activities. The role offers broad exposure across HR and business operations and includes the opportunity to complete a fully funded CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, providing an excellent platform for someone looking to build a long-term career within People Operations and Human Resources.

Main Duties

The successful candidate will support the delivery of people-focused initiatives and day-to-day operational activities across the business.

• Coordinate recruitment, interview scheduling and candidate communications.
• Support onboarding, employee lifecycle administration and HR documentation.
• Maintain accurate HR records, systems and reporting data.
• Assist with employee wellbeing, engagement and company events.
• Provide general business administration and operational support across the organisation.

The Successful Candidate

• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Previous administration experience within a professional office environment.
• Confident communicator with a proactive and people-focused approach.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Graduate calibre or early-career professional seeking a long-term career in HR, Recruitment or People Operations.
• Experience within HR, recruitment or administrative environments would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• 16-month fixed-term contract with potential long-term career opportunities.
• Fully funded CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice.
• Hybrid working with two days per week in the office.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Private healthcare and life assurance cover.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture.
• Opportunity to gain exposure across HR, recruitment, employee engagement and business operations.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.