HR Administrator
About Us
The Heart of England Co-operative Society is a trusted name in retail, funeral, and coffee services. We are committed to fostering a supportive community for our colleagues and delivering exceptional service to our customers. Join us to make a real difference within a forward-thinking and inclusive organisation.
The Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive HR Administrator to join our People & Culture team. You will be the first point of contact for HR-related queries and provide essential administrative support, contributing to the effective implementation of the Society’s HR strategy.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate onboarding processes, including preparing contracts and managing new starter documentation.
- Support recruitment activities: liaising with managers, shortlisting CVs, arranging interviews, and maintaining records.
- Ensure right-to-work and other legal documentation is up to date and compliant.
- Process contract changes, leavers, and absence records.
- Maintain and update HR systems, the internal intranet, and colleague files.
- Produce reports for business divisions and payroll.
- Liaise with uniform and badge suppliers and manage related documentation.
- Provide general administrative support for HR projects and maintain team inboxes.
- 5 GCSEs (Grades A-C or equivalent).
- Previous experience working in an HR team.
- Strong organisational and file management skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- CIPD Level 3 qualification.
- Intermediate Excel skills (e.g., math and lookup functions).
- Experience supporting recruitment and managing high volumes of data.
Personal Attributes:
- Passionate about HR and supporting colleagues.
- Calm, reliable, and approachable under pressure.
- A strong team player with exceptional attention to detail.
What We Offer
At the Heart of England Co-operative Society, we value our colleagues and invest in their growth. You’ll join a supportive and dynamic team with opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects in a respected organisation.