HR Administrator

NRG Resourcing Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR consultancy based in Gateshead is seeking an HR Administrative Assistant to provide essential support across HR functions. The ideal candidate will have prior HR administrative experience, proficient organizational skills, and be capable of maintaining employee records while assisting with payroll preparation. This role offers a salary of £25,000 with benefits including holiday and career development opportunities.

Benefits

£25,000 salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free on-site gym

Generous staff discounts

Career development and training opportunities

Enhanced parental and sick pay

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an HR admin/support role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for HR and recruitment queries.
• Maintain and update employee records.
• Support recruitment activities including scheduling and contracts.
• Assist with monthly payroll data preparation.
• Contribute to HR-related projects and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

HR Administrative Assistant, permanent based in Gateshead.

A well-established and fast growing client based in the Gateshead area is currently looking to expand their internal People & Culture team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior HR admin experience who is looking to grow their HR career within a dynamic, friendly, and fast paced environment.

The Role

In this role, you will be an integral part of the HR function, providing comprehensive administrative support across the employee lifecycle. From recruitment and onboarding to maintaining accurate records and assisting with payroll prep, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of HR processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for HR and recruitment queries.
• Maintain and update employee records in line with GDPR and data protection policies.
• Support recruitment activities: job adverts, interview scheduling, contracts, and offer letters.
• Coordinate onboarding processes, including compliance checks and system access.
• Administer employee lifecycle changes such as promotions, salary updates, contract variations, and leavers.
• Support with key HR processes: probation reviews, performance appraisals, training logs, and absence tracking.
• Assist with monthly payroll data preparation.
• Contribute to HR-related projects, policy reviews, and employee engagement initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

• Prior experience in an HR admin/support role.
• Excellent organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience using HRIS systems (preferred).
• Discreet and professional in handling sensitive information.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices (desirable).
• CIPD Level 3 qualification (beneficial but not essential).

What’s in it for you?

• £25,000 salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Free on-site gym.
• Generous staff discounts.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Enhanced parental and sick pay (after probation).

Additional Info

• Monday to Friday schedule (flexibility available).
• On-site role

If you are interested in this role of ‘HR Administrator’, click ‘apply now’ and a member of the team will be in touch.

NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.