HR Administrator

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Profit sharing

Stakeholder pension

Death in service cover

Employee recognition and engagement

Job summary

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants in Sandwich, Kent is seeking an organised HR Administrator for a 12-month maternity cover. The role offers a 9-day fortnight, profit-sharing, pension, and death-in-service benefits.

You will support the HR Manager with confidential administration, recruitment activity, payroll queries, and HR system updates in a busy team. The successful candidate will have HR/Administration Level 3 qualification, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• HR or Administration qualification Level 3 or equivalent
• Experience in office HR administration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Managing personnel files and maintaining HR records
• Handling confidential employee information in line with GDPR requirements
• Updating HR systems, reports, spreadsheets and databases
• Supporting recruitment activities, interviews and induction processes
• Coordinating meetings, diary management and room bookings
• Assisting with training initiatives and employee engagement activities
• Supporting performance management administration
• Taking confidential notes and meeting minutes
• Assisting with payroll preparation and resolving payroll queries
• Supporting security clearance administration and related documentation
• Maintaining access control and employee records
• Assisting with HR projects and process improvements

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

HR/Admin Level 3

Job description

Find your next HR career move with a respected employer offering a 9-day fortnight, profit-sharing scheme, and the opportunity to develop within a busy and professional HR team. Ideal for an organised administrator with excellent attention to detail and a passion for supporting people processes.

HR Administrator - Maternity Leave 12 months (potential for part time after the 12 months)

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Salary: £14ph - £14.50ph

Job Type:

• Permanent
• Full-time
• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off)
• Competitive salary
• Company profit-sharing scheme
• Stakeholder pension
• Death in service cover
• Employee recognition and engagement initiatives

Our client is seeking a professional and highly organised HR Administrator to join their established Human Resources team. Working closely with the HR Manager and HR Assistant, this role will provide essential administrative support across a wide range of HR activities in a fast-paced and confidential environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator looking to develop their HR career within a supportive and structured organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing personnel files and maintaining HR records
• Handling confidential employee information in line with GDPR requirements
• Updating HR systems, reports, spreadsheets and databases
• Supporting recruitment activities, interviews and induction processes
• Coordinating meetings, diary management and room bookings
• Assisting with training initiatives and employee engagement activities
• Supporting performance management administration
• Taking confidential notes and meeting minutes
• Assisting with payroll preparation and resolving payroll queries
• Supporting security clearance administration and related documentation
• Maintaining access control and employee records
• Assisting with HR projects and process improvements

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous administration experience within an office environment
• An HR or Administration qualification at Level 3 or equivalent
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience handling confidential information professionally
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eligibility to obtain SC level Security Clearance

If you are an organised administrator with a proactive attitude and a desire to build a successful career in HR, we would love to hear from you.

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.