HR & Admin Executive

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the designer toys and collectibles industry seeks an HR & Admin Executive to support people operations and office administration at their regional office in London. This full-time role offers a dynamic environment, allowing for significant exposure to HR operations and business practices. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and experience in HR and administration, bringing excellent coordination and communication skills to the team.

Benefits

Monthly appreciation gifts

Structured bonus scheme

Comprehensive training and development programs

Regular team social events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in HR and administrative support.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding administration and documentation.
• Manage travel arrangements and office expenses.
• Coordinate performance reviews and training sessions.

Skills

Coordination skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Industry: Designer toys and collectible pieces

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Job type: Full time Permanent

Salary: Up to £30K plus performance bonus

About POP MART

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, and designer toy culture evangelism, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain. Besides our original and iconic IPs such as Molly, Hirono, Skullpanda, and LABUBU, POP MART collaborates with top-tier toys and lifestyle brands including Disney, Universal Studios, and Sanrio to create collectible art toys featuring their iconic characters.

POP MART has established a strong presence across key European markets, including the UK, France, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain. As part of our strategic growth initiatives, we are focused on expanding our retail network into additional high-potential markets across Europe, continuing to strengthen our brand's position in the region.

For more information, please visit www.popmart.com and our LinkedIn Career page.

What to Expect

POP MART is a fast-paced company with a young and multicultural team where you can expect to:

• Support both HR and administrative functions within the regional office
• Gain experience in cross-border HR operations and regional administrative support
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-growth environment with strong exposure to business operations
• Work in a dynamic, diverse, and creative industry

POP MART offers our employees:

• Selected POP MART toys as appreciation gifts every month
• A structured bonus scheme in line with the company’s and the individual’s performance
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Regular team social events

The Role and Candidate

The HR & Admin Executive will provide day-to-day support for both people operations and office administration in POP MART’s European regional office. Reporting to the Regional HR Manager, this role ensures smooth coordination of travel, office logistics, documentation, and employee support.

The role supports regional corporate functions and does not include store-level responsibilities. It offers strong exposure to internal operations and requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

HR Operations

• Support onboarding administration, documentation, and employee record maintenance
• Arrange interviews and support candidate communications, scheduling, and logistics
• Track leave, benefits, and contract timelines with attention to compliance and accuracy
• Assist with HR system data entry and file updates for the regional team
• Help coordinate performance reviews, training sessions, and employee engagement activities
• Act as a liaison with external HR service providers (e.g. benefits, work visa support)

Administration and Office Support

• Take ownership of all travel arrangements for the regional office, including flights, accommodation, visa letters, itineraries, and internal approvals
• Manage office expenses, vendor invoices, and basic finance coordination including tracking monthly budgets for supplies, travel, and services
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the office (supplies, courier, facility issues, desk setup, etc.)
• Coordinate team meetings, visitor arrangements, and regional event logistics
• Maintain relationships with office service providers (e.g. cleaning, repairs, subscriptions)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience in HR and administrative support within an office environment
• Strong coordination skills, especially in managing travel arrangements, scheduling, and interview logistics
• Familiarity with office expense tracking, invoice handling, and budget follow-up
• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Eligible to work in the UK

Desirable but Not Essential

• Background in retail, consumer brands, or other fast-paced environments
• Experience working in a regional or international business setting
• Familiarity with basic UK HR procedures or documentation standards