HR Admin Assistant

Ecruit; Saltash; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing recruitment firm in Saltash is seeking an HR Admin Assistant to manage employee records and support HR processes. This part-time role offers flexible hours and a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have previous HR or administrative experience and strong Excel skills. Join us and contribute to a more efficient HR operation.

Benefits

£14 per hour

Flexible part-time hours

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration or administrative support role.
• Proficient in Excel with knowledge of formulas and data validation.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records accurately and confidentially.
• Support HR processes like onboarding and absence tracking.
• Prepare clear, well-structured reports using Excel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong Excel skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organisational skills

Job description

HR Admin Assistant- £14.00 Per Hour–Saltash, Cornwall

Overview

Do you have previous experience managing HR administration with precision and confidentiality? Are you confident using Excel to create clear, accurate reports that support informed HR decisions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. As our HR Admin Assistant, you will be the backbone of our HR operations — making sure everything from employee records to training logs runs like clockwork. You will support key HR processes and provide administrative assistance that keeps the team organised and efficient. We’re looking for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on precision and wants to make a genuine difference in supporting the wider HR and admin functions. This is a part time role, working 16-24 hours per week. If you’re ready to bring your organisational flair and admin expertise to a friendly, growing team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your HR career.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records accurately and confidentially.
• Support HR processes, including onboarding, training coordination, and absence tracking.
• Prepare clear, well-structured reports using Excel.
• Maintain HR systems and ensure documentation meets compliance standards.
• Provide general administrative support (scheduling, filing, correspondence).
• Help identify and implement process improvements to make admin tasks smoother and smarter.

The Benefits

• £14 per hour.
• Flexible part-time hours to fit around your schedule.
• Supportive, welcoming team environment.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your HR and admin skills.
• The chance to expand your role — we’re also seeking a Payroll Operative and General Admin Assistant with bookkeeping experience, so there’s potential for full-time work for the right person.

The Person

• Previous experience in an administrative or HR support role.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, data validation, reporting).
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication.
• Discreet and professional when handling confidential information.
• Organised, proactive, and able to juggle multiple tasks.