Administrator Rail

Carrington West; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a highly organised Administrator to join a busy HR support function in Central London. This office-based role focuses on providing essential administrative support across HR processes, employee records, recruitment coordination and training logistics.

You will act as a first point of contact for staff and managers, handling enquiries professionally and ensuring data accuracy. The position requires proactivity, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities

Qualifications

• Previous admin experience, ideally in HR or People & Culture.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support across HR processes and records.
• Manage enquiries and maintain accurate trackers and documentation.
• Coordinate recruitment administration and training logistics.

Skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication

Prioritisation

Stakeholder management

Independence

Team coordination

Education

Business Administration Level 3

CIPD Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a highly organised Administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of your workload?
Do you have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and the confidence to manage competing priorities?

Salary: £25,000 to £30,000, DOE
Location: Central London, predominantly office-based
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

I am recruiting for an Administrator to join my client, an established organisation delivering projects across the engineering and infrastructure sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and highly organised individual to become a key part of a busy function, providing essential administrative support across HR processes, employee records, recruitment and training coordination.

My client is looking for someone who can work efficiently under pressure, use their initiative and confidently manage a varied workload without requiring constant supervision.

You will act as a first point of contact for employees, managers and external stakeholders, ensuring enquiries are handled professionally, information is accurate and day-to-day processes run smoothly.

Essential:

• Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within HR, People & Culture or a similar business support function.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when handling records, data and documentation.
• Experience managing shared inboxes, responding to enquiries and escalating matters appropriately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks and use initiative.
• Experience maintaining accurate records, trackers and administrative systems.
• A professional and discreet approach when handling confidential information.
• A proactive, positive attitude with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience supporting HR administration or employee lifecycle processes.
• Experience coordinating onboarding, offboarding and right-to-work checks.
• Familiarity with HR systems or employee databases.
• Experience supporting recruitment administration and interview scheduling.
• Exposure to training coordination and compliance tracking.
• Experience supporting payroll administration, absence tracking or employee benefits.
• Experience preparing documentation for audits or compliance reviews.
• Business Administration Level 3, CIPD Level 3 or an interest in working towards a relevant qualification.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being organised, taking responsibility and providing reliable support within a busy team.