Administration Assistant in Sandwich)

New Appointments Group; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Administration Assistant to join their HR team on a fixed-term six-month contract. This role involves providing extensive administrative support, maintaining personnel records, and assisting with recruitment and onboarding processes. Ideal for individuals with strong organisational skills and a proactive approach in a busy office environment, this position also offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits such as a 9-day fortnight.

Benefits

9-day fortnight - every other Friday off!

Competitive salary plus profit sharing scheme

Private medical cover

Stakeholder pension scheme

Employee rewards and recognition programme

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in office administration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a confidential environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing admin support to the HR team including handling recruitment documentation.
• Maintaining HR databases and personnel files.
• Assisting with onboarding tasks and supporting HR projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Administration Assistant

We are seeking an Administration Assistant to support a fast-paced and friendly HR team. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, a positive "can-do" attitude, and a passion for working in a people-focused environment. The position is offered on a fixed-term six-month basis, with a 60-hour working fortnight.

The role

1. Providing day-to-day admin support to the HR Officer and wider HR team
2. Maintaining both paper and electronic personnel files
3. Handling sensitive and confidential information in line with GDPR
4. Preparing recruitment documentation, induction packs, and organising interviews
5. Assisting with onboarding tasks including ID checks, reference requests, and system updates
6. Supporting HR projects such as employee engagement surveys and training coordination
7. Maintaining HR databases, training records, and organisational charts
8. Updating TMS and HRM systems, including payroll pre-checks and anomaly clearance
9. Supporting company events and internal communications
10. Taking confidential notes and minutes when required
11. Assisting with general admin tasks across the business as needed

About you

1. Minimum of 2 years in a busy office administration role
2. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
3. Proactive team player with a flexible approach
4. Experience working in a confidential environment, with strong organisational and multitasking skills
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
6. Knowledge of MS Office is essential, with attention to detail and accuracy
7. Minute-taking experience is advantageous

Benefits

1. 9-day fortnight - every other Friday off!
2. Competitive salary plus profit sharing scheme
3. Private medical cover (Benenden) and death in service scheme
4. Stakeholder pension scheme
5. Employee rewards and recognition programme
6. Supportive team culture with opportunities for development