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In this dynamic and engaging role as an HR Associate, you will provide essential HR administration support to the local HR team while also taking an active role in employee engagement initiatives. You will help plan and deliver engagement activities, wellbeing initiatives, training coordination, and small HR projects and events, directly contributing to a positive employee experience across the business. You will act as a first point of contact for colleagues and managers, offering practical HR guidance to ensure policies are followed and employees feel supported. This role combines hands-on HR administration with interpersonal engagement, giving you the opportunity to build a strong foundation in HR while making a real impact on the team and company culture.
Job Responsibility:
Provide day-to-day HR administrative support, including maintaining employee records, preparing HR documentation, and supporting onboarding
Support generalist HR activities such as recruitment coordination, absence monitoring, and assisting with performance management processes
Support the coordination and delivery of learning and development activities
Assist with HR reporting, audits, and documentation to ensure compliance
Proactively identify opportunities to improve HR processes and contribute ideas to enhance engagement and overall employee experience
Requirements:
Motivated and people-focused
at an early stage of their HR career
thrives in a fast-paced environment
resilience under pressure
confidence in using HR systems
ability to support and coach others
results-driven
excellent time management and prioritisation skills
strong attention to detail
ability to analyse data
ability to communicate clearly across different formats
ability to adapt style to suit audience
proactive and pragmatic approach
comfortable working independently or collaborating as part of a team
passion for personal development
curiosity
courage to constructively challenge ways of working
act with integrity
handle confidential information professionally
champion Bakkavor’s values
What we offer:
Life Assurance (1 x salary)
25 days holiday
Staff Shop
Stakeholder Pension Scheme
MyBargains Discount Platform
Personal Accident Insurance
Free Independent Mortgage Advice
Employee Assistance Programme
A Range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans)
Discounted tutoring for children
Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary
Private Medical Insurance (after 5 years service)
Free Carparking
Commitment to wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by wellbeing champions