Graduate HR Administrator | Hybrid, CIPD Path

Harrison Drury Solicitors; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Medicash health benefits cash plan and

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Holiday entitlement increases with长度

Job summary

Harrison Drury Solicitors in Preston is seeking an HR Administrator to join our Operations team. This graduate-level role offers hands-on experience across the full HR lifecycle and support toward the Level 5 CIPD qualification.

You will manage HR systems, generate reports, assist recruitment, onboarding, payroll liaison, and provide day-to-day HR guidance to managers in a busy legal environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate level or equivalent qualification.
• Pursuing CIPD Level 5 supported by the team.
• Experience in a professional services environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR software systems and ensure accurate data entry.
• Produce HR reports as required.
• Support recruitment activities: adverts, scheduling, and onboarding.
• Administer onboarding for new starters.
• Liaise with payroll to ensure smooth communication.
• Provide day-to-day HR advice to managers and employees.
• Assist with note-taking in meetings.
• Process resignations and leaver administration.
• Provide employment references as per policy.
• Coordinate work-experience placements and events.
• Contribute to HR projects and policy updates.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisation & planning

Discretion & confidentiality

Self-motivation

IT skills

Independent & collaborative

Education

Graduate degree

CIPD Level 5 (qualification)

Tools

HR software

Job description

Harrison Drury Solicitors in Preston is seeking an HR Administrator to join our Operations team. This graduate-level role offers hands-on experience across the full HR lifecycle and support toward the Level 5 CIPD qualification.

You will manage HR systems, generate reports, assist recruitment, onboarding, payroll liaison, and provide day-to-day HR guidance to managers in a busy legal environment.