HR Administrator

TipTopJob; Matlock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization is seeking an HR Administrator for maternity cover in Matlock. You will support various HR functions including recruitment, employee records management, and HR policy implementation. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and experience in HR administration, ideally proficient in MS Office. This role offers a salary between £25,000 and £30,000 depending on experience, and requires full-time dedication from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records.
• Prepare a range of HR documentation.
• Respond promptly to employee queries regarding HR policies.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to handle sensitive information

Time management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

HR Administrator (Full-time maternity cover)

Location: Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4HN

Salary: A GBP 25,000 : A GBP 30,000 depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm

Closing Date: 3rd October 2025

Are you highly organised, people:focused, and passionate about helping things run smoothly? Do you enjoy connecting people with processes to deliver an exceptional service? If so, wed love to hear from you

Longcliffe is delighted to be seeking an HR Administrator to join our newly established HR department on a maternity cover contract.

With operations centred around our two quarries, Brassington Moor and Ryder Point, Longcliffe produces over 100 products serving a diverse range of vital industries : from animal feeds and agricultural fertilisers to glass and plasterboard manufacturing. In addition, we operate two wind turbines that contribute renewable energy to the national grid.

Our business is driven by two guiding principles: to supply customers with the right materials, exactly when they need them, at the right price : and to do so in a way that respects and protects the environment.

In this role, youll play a key part in supporting a wide spectrum of HR activities, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, events, and internal communications.

Reporting directly to our HR Manager, youll help shape a first:class HR service that supports both our people and our business goals.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding Support
  • Assist with the end:to:end recruitment processes, including drafting compelling job advertisements, managing applications, and coordinating interview schedules.
  • Arrange and track pre:employment checks, such as references, background screening, and DBS verification.
  • Prepare and issue offer letters and employment contracts.
  • Support all aspects of onboarding, ensuring new starters experience a smooth, welcoming, and well:organised introduction to the company.
• Employee Records Management
  • Maintain accurate, up:to:date employee records, covering personal details, contracts, and training documentation.
  • Ensure full compliance with data protection legislation while safeguarding the confidentiality of employee information.
  • Administer employee benefits.
• HR Policy and Procedure Implementation
  • Assist in rolling out and communicating HR policies and procedures across the business.
  • Provide clear guidance to employees on HR:related topics, including leave entitlements, flexible working, and disciplinary processes.
  • Support managers in consistently interpreting and applying HR policies in line with best practice and fairness.
• HR Administration and Reporting
  • Prepare a range of HR documentation, such as employment contracts, contract variations, and termination letters.
  • Support performance management activities, including probationary reviews and annual appraisals.
  • Produce HR reports, metrics, and analytics to support data:driven decision:making by management.
• General HR Support
  • Respond promptly and professionally to employee queries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
  • Assist with the planning and delivery of training and development programmes.
  • Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and coordinate internal events.
  • Manage the distribution of workwear throughout the business.
  • Schedule occupational health surveillance for staff.
  • Support managers in our work experience programme.

Person Specification

To be truly successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Off