HR Administrator

Job Type: 12-week contract

My client is looking for a HR Coordinator to play a pivotal role in delivering HR administrative support. This position is crucial for ensuring that our employees and the People Services team experience exceptional service. You will be instrumental in coordinating key HR processes such as payroll, recruitment, onboarding, and learning events, aligning with our strategic objectives.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries, providing accurate and timely responses or escalating complex issues as necessary.
• Handle HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, including processing payroll, pensions changes, new starters, and employee updates to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Validate and verify changes affecting monthly payroll, ensuring all data is accurate for executive sign-off.
• Assist in resolving employee relations issues by providing support and maintaining relevant documentation.
• Support recruitment and onboarding processes, including managing the Applicant Tracking System, scheduling interviews, issuing contracts, and conducting background checks.
• Administer procurement processes, manage supplier setups, purchase orders, and invoice reconciliations.
• Provide administrative support for Learning & Development, maintaining systems, updating learning records, and managing statutory learning reports.
• Maintain accurate workforce establishment data and generate HR reports for strategic decision-making.
• Offer administrative support to the Organisational Design & Development team on various projects.
• Assist Heads of Service with diary management, documentation handling, and project support.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in HR administration.
• Proficient with HRIS systems and Learning Management Systems
• Highly organised with the ability to manage tight deadlines and prioritise effectively.
• Excellent written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Desirable:

• A relevant HR qualification, such as CIPD
• Ability to interpret and present people data.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.