HR Administrator

Kinetic PLC; Denby Dale; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company in Denby Dale is looking for an HR Administrator to provide essential support to their People Support team. Ideal candidates will have HR or administrative experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a temporary contract offering £13.70 per hour for full-time hours, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Previous HR or administrative experience is essential.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the People Support team.
• Assist with HR documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Act as the contact point for employee queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Education

CIPD qualification or currently studying towards one

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Kinetic Industrial are proud to be supporting one of our valued clients, a leading global engineering company, in the recruitment of a HR Administrator to join their team at their Huddersfield site. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to support a well‑established and forward‑thinking business during a busy period.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• Primarily on‑site, with some flexibility for homeworking

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the People Support team across multiple UK sites.
• Assist with HR documentation including return‑to‑work forms, new starter paperwork, reference checks, and updating internal trackers.
• Maintain employee files and ensure records are accurate and compliant with company procedures.
• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries, directing them to the appropriate team member.
• Support with filing, correspondence, and general HR administration.
• Use Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) to prepare, update and manage HR documentation.
• Handle sensitive information confidentially and professionally at all times.

Requirements

• Previous HR or administrative experience (essential).
• CIPD qualification or currently studying towards one (advantageous but not essential).
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work with people at all levels.
• Able to work independently and manage time effectively in a busy environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Skills and Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Great interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Discreet and professional when handling confidential information.

Details

• £13.70 per hour
• Temporary contract - 3 months (potential for extension)
• Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week

This is a great opportunity for an HR professional to gain hands‑on experience with a globally recognised company, supporting the People Support team with essential HR operations.

If you're a motivated individual with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail, we'd love to hear from you!