HR Administrator

Confidential; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension with matched contributions

25 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

Hybrid working

Job summary

Confidential is hiring an HR/People Administrator in Swindon, with initial duties in Bristol, joining a growing tech/engineering business. The role combines recruitment support and broader HR responsibilities within a hybrid work pattern.

You will work with Talent Acquisition and the People team to handle onboarding, employee records, and lifecycle activities while developing broader HR exposure. The position offers a clear progression path and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR, People or recruitment administration.
• CIPD qualification or progress towards CIPD preferred.
• Experience coordinating recruitment processes and interviews.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel).
• Experience using HRIS/ATS or people-management systems.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment Administration: coordinate activity from vacancy approval to onboarding.
• Publish job adverts and manage applications in ATS.
• Arrange interviews and coordinate diaries with hiring managers.
• Prepare offer documentation and support pre-employment checks.
• Liaise with agencies and suppliers as required.
• Maintain recruitment reports and analytics.
• Support recruitment campaigns and employer-branding initiatives.

Skills

HR administration

Recruitment administration

CIPD progress

Organisational skills

MS Office

HRIS/ATS

Education

CIPD qualification (progress toward)

HR-related qualification

Tools

HRIS/ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR/People Administrator

Location: Swindon / Hybrid

Salary: Circa £30,000 + bonus and competitive benefits

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

We are currently recruiting for a HR/People Administrator to join a rapidly growing European technology/engineering business. The role is a fantastic opportunity for someone currently working in recruitment who is looking to transition into a broader HR/People position.

The role will initially be based in central Bristol, before moving permanently to the company's new Swindon site at the end of the year.

The Role

For the first 6-12 months, you will work closely with the Talent Acquisition function, supporting a significant volume of recruitment activity as the organisation continues to grow.

Over time, the role will develop to provide broader exposure to HR and People Operations, working closely with the Swindon-based People Partner and wider People team.

Recruitment Administration
- Coordinate recruitment activity from vacancy approval through to offer and onboarding
- Prepare and publish job adverts using the company's recruitment systems
- Manage candidate applications and maintain accurate records within the applicant tracking system
- Arrange interviews, assessments and meetings, coordinating diaries between candidates and hiring managers
- Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the recruitment process
- Prepare offer documentation and support pre-employment checks
- Liaise with recruitment agencies and external suppliers where required
- Maintain recruitment reports, trackers and management information
- Support recruitment campaigns, careers events and employer-branding initiatives

People Administration
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records using the HRIS
- Support new starter administration and onboarding
- Coordinate leaver administration and exit processes
- Assist with employee record changes, including promotions, transfers, salary changes and contractual amendments
- Respond to routine employee and manager queries, escalating more complex matters appropriately - Assist with probation reviews and other employee lifecycle activities - Produce regular HR reports and people data - Maintain HR documentation in line with company policies and UK data protection requirements - Handle sensitive employee and candidate information with discretion and professionalism - Support pre-employment screening and security clearance processes - Assist with compliance awareness training and People Team communications - Support audits and compliance activities relating to People processes - Work within relevant UK employment legislation and internal governance frameworks

About You

You will ideally have:
- Previous experience in HR, People or recruitment administration
- CIPD qualification or progress towards a CIPD qualification would be advantageous
- Experience coordinating recruitment processes and arranging interviews
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A high level of attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
- Experience using an HRIS, ATS or other people-management systems
- A professional and discreet approach to confidential information
- The ability to build effective relationships with employees, managers, candidates and external suppliers
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team
- Experience within technology, engineering, aerospace, defence, manufacturing or another regulated environment would be beneficial

Salary & Benefits

- Salary circa £30,000
- Annual bonus
- Private healthcare for the individual, with discounted family membership
- Pension with matched contributions up to 10%
- 25 days' annual leave
- Employee reward and recognition platform
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Electric Vehicle scheme
- Hybrid working - Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm (1/2 hour for lunch)

Location

Swindon - hybrid (3 days in the office / 2 from home)