HR Administrator

Archer Daniels Midland; Erith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HR Administrator to support its HR team across UK Oilseeds Division locations, primarily Erith and Purfleet. The role involves a range of administrative tasks, from recruitment to employee relations support, in a diverse work environment that fosters career growth and flexibility.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration and social benefits

Supportive policies for work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and innovation

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration.
• Proficient in multitasking.
• Willingness to travel across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support for recruitment processes.
• Assist with employee relations matters and onboarding.
• Manage HR correspondence and reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Qualified to Level 3 in Human Resource Practice

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HR Administrator

We are seeking an HR Administrator to support the HR and Compensation & Benefits team with administrative and general HR support, primarily across the UK Oilseeds Division at Erith and Purfleet, and more broadly across the UK team.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead in updating, coordinating, and advising managers/employees on HR systems such as SuccessFactors, E-days, Kenexa, and MyADM.
• Provide full admin support for recruitment, including job descriptions, adverts, approval processes, and candidate tracking.
• Support management in scheduling, preparing for, and conducting interviews, liaising with the Talent Acquisition team.
• Assist with employee relations matters, such as grievances and disciplinary issues, supporting managers as needed.
• Support the Benefits & Wellbeing Specialist with admin and queries related to benefits like BUPA, company cars, pensions, EAP, and others.
• Guide on maternity, paternity, flexible working, jury service, and similar matters.
• Draft formal employment paperwork, such as addendums and invitation/outcome letters.
• Draft and send employment contracts and offer packs for new hires.
• Play a key role in onboarding and induction, including delivering presentations and arranging health appointments.
• Guide managers on probation processes, highlighting issues timely.
• Assist with sickness absence management, including data collation and reporting.
• Advise on sickness procedures and participate in review meetings.
• Draft occupational health referrals and arrange appointments.
• Manage HR correspondence such as leaver letters, references, and employment confirmations.
• Take minutes at meetings as required.
• Assist with internal training coordination and administration.
• Conduct routine HR reporting and communications, including newsletters and dashboards.
• Conduct exit interviews and manage leaver administration.
• Manage HR-related invoices, including raising requests and liaising with procurement and finance.
• Participate in HR or local project groups and activities.
• Contribute actively to the UK HR team, attending meetings and providing support.

Your Profile

• Qualified to Level 3 in Human Resource Practice or working towards it.
• Experience in administration, ideally in HR.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Willing to work from Erith and Purfleet, with occasional travel within the UK.
• Proficient in MS Office and quick to learn new IT systems.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, at all organizational levels.

Your Future Perspective

• Challenging tasks, quick decision-making, and personal responsibility in a modern, flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for growth, innovation, and managing your career path.
• A culture promoting continuous learning and diversity, with access to Employee Resource Groups and mentorship programs.
• Excellent career opportunities within a global nutrition company.
• Attractive remuneration and social benefits, including health and fitness offers.
• Supportive policies for work-life balance and parental leave.
• Enrolled in ‘Mental Health Aware’ training for all new starters, supported by Mental Health First Aiders.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core to our values. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone can contribute and grow. For more, visit our website on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock nature's power to improve nutrition worldwide through innovation, sustainable practices, and comprehensive solutions. We are a leader in human and animal nutrition and global agricultural processing. Learn more at www.adm.com.