HR Administrator | FTC

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading construction firm is seeking an HR Administrator for a minimum 16-month contract. The role involves supporting employee relations, onboarding, and first-line HR queries within a high-performing People & Culture Team. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of HR administration experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in HR administration preferred.
• Willingness to develop HR skills.
• Experience in construction or similar industries is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and offboarding processes for all employees.
• Support Payroll team for accurate payment processing.
• Manage employee relations activities.

Skills

Diplomatic communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Prioritization

Knowledge of HRIS systems

Knowledge of GDPR regulations

Job description

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Spencer - Richardson is proud to represent our client in finding their new HR Administrator in a market-leading construction firm.

This position is offered on a minimum 16-month contract initially.

This company takes pride in their commitment to sustainability and is leading the movement in encouraging customers and clients in the construction industry to do their part. They are currently in an exciting phase of sustainable growth, reinvesting into the business units to be the best in the industry.

We are looking for a proactive team player to join the high-performing People & Culture Team, supporting employee relations, onboarding, and first-line HR queries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead onboarding and offboarding processes for all employees, ensuring records are accurate.
• Draft and issue new contracts, collate new starter packs, and update the compliance system.
• Track probation periods and contractual changes.
• Maintain all employee records.
• Support the Payroll team to ensure accurate processing of payments for new joiners, leavers, changes, and bonuses.
• Manage the team inbox and advise on HR queries.
• Provide first-line HR support to employees and colleagues.
• Manage employee relations activities with both temporary and permanent staff.

To Be Successful:

• Strong diplomatic communication skills and the ability to build relationships naturally.
• Genuine team player, proactively supporting multiple business units.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Able to prioritize in a demanding workload.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems and GDPR regulations.
• Ideally, have 1-2 years of experience in HR administration, with a willingness to develop your skills.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, plant hire, or similar industries is highly advantageous.

In return, you'll be part of a high-performing team with plenty of learning and development opportunities within a growing market leader. Salary circa £32k + benefits.