Business Administrator: Payroll, Recruitment & Growth

The Care Hub; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Career development training

Progression opportunities

WOW-Wheel

Flexibility around family commitments

Refer-a-friend bonus

Loyalty bonuses

Job summary

Ashdown Head Office in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Business Administrator to keep our Head Office running smoothly. You will support recruitment, payroll, compliance and finance processes across the organisation, providing efficient admin and data management.

The role includes coordinating inductions, payroll validation, audits and reporting, while maintaining accurate records and improving processes. You will work with managers and external organisations to support the Ashdown team.

Qualifications

• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Comfortable using various digital systems.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience coordinating recruitment and payroll processes is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and onboarding coordination, including ads, interviews, references, and pre-employment docs.
• Right to Work checks and recruitment clearances.
• Monitor visa conditions and expiry dates.
• Coordinate inductions and training.
• Payroll validation and monthly preparation, including staff changes.
• Liaise with agencies on hours and invoices.
• Maintain HR, training and finance records and spreadsheets.
• Audits and reporting of compliance and KPIs.
• Produce reports and management information.
• Provide meeting minutes and administrative support.
• Manage help desk, phones, visitors, rooms and office stock.

Skills

Administration

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Communication

Independent work

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Level 2/3 in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Ashdown Head Office in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Business Administrator to keep our Head Office running smoothly. You will support recruitment, payroll, compliance and finance processes across the organisation, providing efficient admin and data management.

The role includes coordinating inductions, payroll validation, audits and reporting, while maintaining accurate records and improving processes. You will work with managers and external organisations to support the Ashdown team.