HR Administrator: Drive HR Lifecycle & Systems

Markel Corporation; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension scheme

Private medical and dental cover

Life assurance

Travel insurance

Season ticket loan

25 days paid holiday + Bank Holidays

Job summary

Markel Group is seeking an organized HR Administrator to support day-to-day HR activity across the employee lifecycle. You’ll handle onboarding, changes, payroll data, and routine HR queries, ensuring accuracy and a professional service to the business.

You’ll work with the HR system, support colleagues and managers, and contribute to process improvements. A foundational HR knowledge and strong admin skills are essential for success in this busy role.

Qualifications

• Have foundational HR knowledge or HR administration experience.
• Demonstrate ownership and self-motivation to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Use sound judgement and escalate when needed.
• Be highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Communicate clearly and build positive working relationships.
• Demonstrate integrity and confidentiality in HR work.
• Good IT skills with the ability to learn HR systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Have full accountability for managing HR administration across the employee lifecycle (starters, leavers, changes).
• Act as administrator for HR system; maintain data integrity and produce routine reports.
• Prepare and process payroll changes, ensuring accurate data submission.
• Support routine employee relations through meetings, note-taking, and documentation.
• Support HR projects and process improvements for efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain accurate confidential employee records.
• Respond to routine queries and escalate sensitive matters when appropriate.

Skills

Foundational HR knowledge

HR administration

Organisational skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Markel Group is seeking an organized HR Administrator to support day-to-day HR activity across the employee lifecycle. You’ll handle onboarding, changes, payroll data, and routine HR queries, ensuring accuracy and a professional service to the business.

You’ll work with the HR system, support colleagues and managers, and contribute to process improvements. A foundational HR knowledge and strong admin skills are essential for success in this busy role.