HR Administrator

Constructive Bio

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare
Generous pension contribution
On-site parking

Job summary

A biotechnology startup is seeking an HR Administrator to support various HR functions including recruitment, payroll, and employee well-being. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and thrive in a high-performance environment. This is a full-time role with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

  • Positive and proactive attitude, hands-on with new projects.
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing needs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in a startup environment is ideal but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Support recruitment processes and onboarding of new starters.
  • Manage payroll and maintain employee records.
  • Administer the HR and pension portals.
  • Liaise with Employee Benefits provider.

Skills

Organisational skills
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Adaptability
Confidentiality

Education

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

BambooHR
MS Office

Job description

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Constructive Bio is a VC-backed biotechnology startup based in Whittlesford, Cambridge. Our breakthrough technology harnesses the power of genome rewriting and genetic code reprogramming to make valuable products that positively impact the world. We will use our platform to turn cells into bio-renewable factories to produce novel molecules that were previously inaccessible to natural biology, with diverse applications in industries spanning healthcare, biological research, materials and electronics.

Constructive Bio is a spinout from Professor Jason Chin's laboratory at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge. Learn more about the Chin lab achievements here:

https://www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/ccsb/jason-chin/

We want to build a team with trust and respect for each other and create a culture of accountability, collaboration, openness, curiosity, and scientific excellence.

We are built on three principles:

  • We imagine: We think big and plan our own path for success.
  • We pioneer: We take action and grow together as one to break moulds.
  • We deliver: We take ownership and work together to deliver excellence.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for an experienced HR Administrator to support the HR function in the administration of People related matters including, but not limited to,

recruitment and payroll administration, systems and data support, and employee wellbeing.

We’re looking for someone who is a self-starter who thrives in a high-performance environment, can remain calm under pressure, and enjoys being the trusted partner to a busy workforce. If you’re someone who embraces challenges and takes pride in delivering exceptional work, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Talent Lead with recruitment administration, including booking interviews, sending supporting documents, welcoming candidates, etc.
  • Onboarding of new starters
  • Payroll administration
  • Maintain employee records in the HR portal Bamboo, and providing reports for the Finance team
  • Administration of the pension portal and HR portal
  • Assisting with Right to Work Checks and administration of the visa portal
  • Liaison with Employee Benefits provider
  • Support in writing letters for employees detailing changes in their employment
  • Support in capturing, reporting and analysing key HR data and metrics
  • Ordering life event gifts, such as; baby flowers, wedding gifts, end of year gifts, etc
  • Processing probation review documentation
  • Support with wellbeing activities and projects
  • Any other tasks as required

As an ideal candidate you will have:

  • A positive and proactive attitude, with a hands-on approach to new projects.
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills and an ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
  • The ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring tasks are executed to the highest standard.
  • Respect for the need for confidentiality and discretion at all times.
  • Office suite knowledge (MS Office, online file sharing, PDF management, etc.) and at least intermediate computer literacy.
  • Excited by the thought of joining a fast-growing team in its early days.
  • Previous experience in a start-up environment ideal but not essential.
  • CIPD Level 3 (or above) qualified or equivalent experience ideal but not essential.
  • Experience of using BambooHR ideal but not essential.

We think that this role is a full-time role, however we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

What’s in it for you? Why work at Constructive Bio?

We are a small but rapidly growing team - as an early member, you will be immersed in different aspects of the early company set up and there will be

ample opportunities for personal development. This is a unique chance to make a big impact in our platform and company culture. We have recently moved to our new modern offices located in Whittlesford, near Cambridge which offers on-site parking and the train station is literally on our doorstep! In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes Private Healthcare and a generous pension contribution.

Constructive Bio is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Administrative

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