Maternity Cover – 12 to 18 months, with the opportunity for a permanent position at the end of the contract!
Full and part time hours can be discussed.
Looking for the right candidate to start Mid September (this can be discussed).
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Administrator to join the company on a maternity cover basis. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to support our human resources functions, ensuring smooth and efficient HR operations across the organisation. The ideal candidate will be passionate about people, engagement, possess excellent communication skills, and have a strong background in administrative tasks related to HR processes. The role is responsible for supporting managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle, ensuring HR compliance, maintaining accurate records and promoting best practice in line with employment legislation and company procedures, plus supporting various HR initiatives to foster a positive workplace environment.
Duties
- Support managers with all aspects of employee relations, including absence management, performance management, disciplinary, grievance and capability matters.
- Coordinate recruitment and selection activities, including drafting job descriptions and adverts, arranging interviews and preparing offer documentation.
- Prepare employment contracts, onboarding documentation and induction programmes for new starters.
- Manage employee lifecycle administration, including starters, changes to employment and leavers.
- Maintain accurate HR records and systems in accordance with GDPR and employment legislation.
- Provide guidance and support to managers regarding company policies, procedures and employment legislation.
- Monitor legislative changes and support implementation of any required updates to company policies and practices.
- Support employee engagement, wellbeing and development initiatives across the business.
- Report any HR risks, concerns or compliance matters to the Managing Director.
Qualifications
- Level 3 or 5 CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in an administrative role within human resources or related fields.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organisation.
- Knowledge of human resources policies, procedures, and employment law is advantageous.
- Ability to prioritise tasks efficiently while managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Professionalism, discretion and the ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
We also offer a great benefits package, including:
✅ Annual Leave
✅ Christmas shutdown through to the New Year
✅ Company events
✅ The option to purchase additional annual leave
Join us in this rewarding role where your organisational skills and passion for supporting people will make a real difference! We value energetic individuals eager to contribute to a thriving workplace culture while gaining valuable experience in human resources operations.
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Doncaster DN8 5BF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute and get to DN8 5BF Monday-Friday?
Experience:
- HR sourcing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
