HR Administrator

Whistl UK Ltd; Marlow; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Whistl UK Ltd in Marlow is seeking an HR Administrator to support payroll, recruitment, absence management and data maintenance. You will work across the HR team to ensure accurate records and compliant processes.

The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with hybrid working after training, and some travel to other UK sites.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in an HR administrator position.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a right-first-time approach.
• Excellent communication skills – confident with all levels of staff.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Strong IT skills, including HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• HR & Payroll Admin: Maintain employee records, process changes, support monthly payroll activity.
• Recruitment Support: Candidate tracking, onboarding documents, contracts, and compliance checks.
• Absence Management: Record and track all absences, support managers with documentation and processes.
• First-Line HR Support: Respond to HR queries, guide managers through basic employee relations matters, and support policy updates.
• Systems & Data Management: Keep company reporting systems and tools updated to ensure accurate data and insights.
• Project & Policy Work: Contribute to HR projects and help refine processes in line with best practice and legislation.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Discretion

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

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What You’ll Be Doing:

• HR & Payroll Admin: Accurately maintain employee records, process changes, and support monthly payroll activity.
• Recruitment Support: Candidate tracking, onboarding documents, contracts, and compliance checks.
• Absence Management: Record and track all types of absences, supporting managers with documentation and processes.
• First-Line HR Support: Respond to HR queries, guide managers through basic employee relations matters, and support policy updates.
• Systems & Data Management: Keep company reporting systems and tools updated to ensure accurate data and insights.
• Project & Policy Work: Contribute to HR projects and help refine processes in line with best practice and legislation.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar HR administrator position
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a 'right-first-time' approach
• Excellent communication skills – confident with all levels of staff
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Proactive and self-motivated with a flexible, can-do attitude
• Strong IT skills, including HRIS systems and Microsoft Office

Desirable:

• Confidence to suggest process improvements and solutions

Additional Info

• A full UK driving licence is required, and occasional overnight stays may be necessary for travel to other sites.
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs per week - occasional additional hours may be required to meet deadlines or support busy project periods
• A hybrid working pattern following the training period.

Ready to take the next step in your career in HR? Join us as an HR administrator today!

Are you highly organised, great with people, and looking for a role where no two days are the same?

Join our team in Marlow as an HR administrator and play a key role in delivering efficient and accurate support across recruitment, payroll, employee records, and more.

This role offers hybrid working opportunities with occasional travel to other UK sites. You’ll work closely with managers and staff across the business, ensuring processes run smoothly and efficiently while contributing to a positive workplace culture.