We are seeking a proactive and highly organised HR Administrator to join an established HR team in Castle Donington. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will provide professional administrative support across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring accurate record-keeping, smooth HR processes, and compliance with UK employment legislation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Administrator or someone working towards their CIPD qualification who is looking to develop their HR career within a fast-paced private sector environment.
Salary and Benefits
*Circa £30,000 per annum (DOE)
*Hybrid working - 3 days in the office (Tues & Wed in the office is mandatory)
*37.5 hours per week
*25 days plus bank holidays
*Onsite parking
Overview of the Role
*Maintaining accurate employee records
*Preparing contracts, offer letters, and variation documentation
*Processing new starters, leavers, and contractual changes
*Managing the HR inbox and responding to routine queries
*Supporting HR reporting, including absence, turnover, and headcount data
*Assisting with recruitment coordination, interview scheduling, and onboarding processes
*Completing right-to-work checks and managing references
*Providing payroll with accurate monthly data
*Supporting training administration and tracking mandatory learning
*Assisting with employee relations administration, including disciplinary and absence processes
*Supporting policy updates, audits, and compliance checks
About you
*CIPD Level 3 qualification (or be working towards it)
*2-3 years of previous experience in an HR Administration role within a private sector organisation
*Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
*Good working knowledge of HR systems and processes
*Understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
*Confident written and verbal communication skills
*Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
*Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
*Previous payroll support experience (desirable but not essential)
*Great work ethic, flexible, proactive approach and willingness to learn