HR Administrator

Manpower (United Kingdom); Nottingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower (United Kingdom) is seeking an organised HR Administrator to support a busy HR environment with high-volume enquiries and essential casework. You will help keep case processes moving, triage grievances, and ensure records and documentation are complete and ready for escalation.

This role requires strong generalist admin experience, meticulous attention to detail, and professional communication with multiple stakeholders. Immediate start and standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Strong HR generalist administration experience (day-to-day HR support, not just theory).
• Confidence managing a steady stream of enquiries and prioritising effectively.
• Experience supporting sensitive HR activity, with a thoughtful and discreet approach.
• Excellent attention to detail—keep records accurate and case steps on track.
• Clear communication skills and professionalism when dealing with different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Responding to high-volume, generalist HR queries-ensuring the right information is provided quickly and accurately
• Supporting the HR team with grievances and disciplinaries, including initial triage to determine next steps
• Assisting with the administration and coordination of HR case processes (e.g., keeping records up to date and supporting smooth progression)
• Helping ensure documentation is complete, consistent, and ready for escalation where required
• Prioritising workloads to meet timelines, while maintaining discretion and confidentiality throughout
• Immediate start required
• 37.5 hours per week, 09:00-17:00

Skills

HR generalist admin

Inquiry management

Discretion and confidentiality

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Job description

If you thrive on variety, enjoy helping people get the right HR support, and can stay organised when enquiries come in fast, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a busy HR environment. You'll play a key role in keeping HR casework moving and supporting colleagues through important workplace processes.

What you'll be doing:

• Responding to high-volume, generalist HR queries-ensuring the right information is provided quickly and accurately
• Supporting the HR team with grievances and disciplinaries, including initial triage to determine next steps
• Assisting with the administration and coordination of HR case processes (e.g., keeping records up to date and supporting smooth progression)
• Helping ensure documentation is complete, consistent, and ready for escalation where required
• Prioritising workloads to meet timelines, while maintaining discretion and confidentiality throughout

What you'll bring:

• Strong HR generalist administration experience (day-to-day HR support, not just theory)
• Confidence managing a steady stream of enquiries and prioritising effectively
• Experience supporting sensitive HR activity, with a thoughtful and discreet approach
• Excellent attention to detail-able to keep records accurate and case steps on track
• Clear communication skills and professionalism when dealing with different stakeholders

Additional information:

• Immediate start required
• 37.5 hours per week, 09:00-17:00
• Excellent rates of pay
• May lead to permanent work for the right candidate
• Great public transport links