HR Administrator

Huntress; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design-oriented company in London is seeking an HR Administrator to support HR operations and provide reception cover. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in administration. Responsibilities include maintaining employee records, managing the recruitment cycle, and providing a professional reception experience. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Study support

Collaborative culture

Hands-on experience across HR and compliance

Qualifications

• Experience in administration; HR experience desirable.
• Confident handling confidential information.
• Comfortable juggling priorities and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records and HR documentation.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment cycle.
• Provide general HR administrative support.
• Welcome visitors and maintain reception area.
• Assist with travel and accommodation arrangements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Job description

HR Administrator - Reception Cover

📍 Elephant & Castle, London | 🏢 5 Days Office‑Based | 💷 £27,000‑£29,000 per annum

A varied people‑focused role supporting HR operations and front‑of‑house services.

About the Role

We’re supporting a leading architecture and design practice in London that is looking for a proactive and organised HR Administrator who can also provide reception cover during busy periods, lunchtimes, sickness and holidays.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of HR administration, employee lifecycle coordination and front‑of‑house responsibilities — perfect for a confident communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑centric environment.

The Role – HR Administrator (with Reception Cover)

You’ll support the HR function with day‑to‑day administration, employee records, recruitment coordination and compliance, while also delivering a polished and professional front‑of‑house experience when providing reception cover.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Maintain and update employee records and HR documentation.
• Process HR documents in line with internal regulations.
• Assist in managing the HR inbox and respond to routine queries.
• Support probation and annual review processes.
• Provide general HR administrative support, including help with HR projects.

Recruitment & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment cycle.
• Liaise with approved recruiters and coordinate interviews and feedback.
• Assist with shortlisting candidates.
• Prepare onboarding packs, schedule inductions and ensure all new starter paperwork is completed.
• Support the leaver process, including exit interviews and paperwork.

Benefits & Payroll Support

• Provide information and guidance on employee benefits.
• Administer benefits including pensions and eye test vouchers.
• Prepare final payroll paperwork for leavers (P45, payslips).

Compliance

• Ensure HR processes comply with employment legislation, GDPR and internal policy.

Reception & Front‑of‑House Support

• Welcome visitors, clients and colleagues professionally.
• Maintain a tidy, organised reception area.
• Answer and direct calls efficiently.
• Manage meeting room bookings, set‑ups and refreshments.
• Handle post, deliveries and courier bookings.
• Assist with travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Support document control processes and general administrative duties.

About You

• Experienced in administration (HR experience desirable).
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Confident handling confidential information with complete discretion.
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable juggling priorities, using initiative and working independently.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and general office systems.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a respected, design‑led organisation with a collaborative culture.
• Gain hands‑on experience across HR, recruitment, benefits and compliance.
• Study support.
• Develop front‑of‑house and people‑facing skills.
• Be part of a friendly, supportive team environment.

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.