HR & Onboarding Administrator

Macmillan Davies; Yellowknife; Hybrid; CAD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Interim HR & Onboarding Administrator to join their busy People team in Manchester. This temporary role involves coordinating all aspects of onboarding for new employees and ensuring HR processes run smoothly. The ideal candidate should have strong HR administrative experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid working is offered, with a salary of up to £28,000 pro-rata.

Benefits

Fast-paced, friendly team environment

Hybrid working model: 3 days office, 2 days home

Qualifications

• Experience within HR, onboarding, or payroll.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Confident with data-heavy tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding journey and issue paperwork.
• Maintain HR systems with accurate employee data.
• Produce key HR documents such as contracts.
• Act as main contact for new starters.
• Support recruitment activity and manage interview logistics.
• Ensure HR processes align with legislation.
• Assist with payroll tasks and provide information.
• Handle day-to-day HR queries.

Skills

Strong administrative experience

Accuracy and attention to detail

Confident using HR systems

Ability to work independently

Strong organisational and communication skills

Discreet and professional approach

Education

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Interim HR & Onboarding Administrator - 3-Month FTC

Manchester City Centre (Hybrid Working)

Up to £28,000 per annum (pro-rata)

To start January 2026

Are you an experienced HR Administrator and available to start a temporary contract in the New Year?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly organised HR Administrator to join a busy People team on an interim basis. This Manchester-based organisation is looking for someone who can step straight in and keep HR processes running smoothly during a busy period.

About the Role

In this role, you'll be central to ensuring new employees feel welcomed and supported from day one. You'll coordinate all onboarding activity, manage a wide range of HR admin tasks, and make sure employee information is handled accurately and professionally. It's a great role for someone that thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with people and processes in equal measure.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating the full onboarding journey - from issuing paperwork to arranging induction sessions and gathering essential documents.
• Updating and maintaining HR systems with accurate employee data.
• Producing key HR documents including offers, contracts, and induction materials.
• Acting as the main contact for new starters, helping them navigate their first weeks with the organisation.
• Supporting recruitment activity, including posting vacancies and managing interview logistics.
• Ensuring all HR processes align with legislation and internal guidelines.
• Assisting with payroll tasks by providing correct and timely information.
• Handling day-to-day HR queries and supporting reporting requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Strong administrative experience, ideally within HR, onboarding, or payroll.
• Excellent accuracy and a real eye for detail.
• Confident using HR systems and working with data-heavy tasks.
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent knowledge/experience is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident with MS Office and comfortable learning new systems.
• A discreet and professional approach to handling confidential information.

What is on offer?

• Manchester City Centre location.
• Hybrid working model: 3 days office-based, 2 days working from home (subject to team needs).
• Fast-paced, friendly team environment.
• Salary to £28,000 pro-rata

If you're available immediately and keen to use your HR skills in a role where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply to Leanne Boddy at Macmillan Davies.