HR Administrator — Hybrid Work & Growth Opportunity

Express Solicitors; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance after 2 yrs

Job summary

Express Solicitors is recruiting an HR Administrator to support the HR team with attendance records, onboarding, contracts, inductions and general admin. The role offers hybrid working after probation and a clear path to develop HR knowledge within a leading personal injury practice.

You will manage HR data, assist with projects, respond to staff inquiries, and coordinate with IT and department heads to ensure accurate personnel files and timely communications.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 5 or above (or international equivalent).
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Good numerical ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Flexible and able to prioritise tasks effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Resilient and capable of working under pressure.
• Willing and eager to learn.
• Excellent understanding of confidentiality, with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident and professional telephone manner.
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage information effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Previous HR administration experience and an understanding of UK employment law are desirable but not essential.
• A relevant HR qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate absence records by updating holiday, sickness, medical, and authorised leave information within the HR system.
• Verify that employees enter their data correctly on the HR platform.
• Send a daily absence summary email to all staff.
• Respond to routine staff enquiries in a timely and helpful manner.
• Support the HR team with various projects, such as absenteeism initiatives, company newsletters, HR system improvements, and updates to policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with new starters once an offer is made, including preparing and issuing employment contracts, requesting references, and organising their system setup.
• Deliver induction sessions for new starters.
• Complete checklists for new hires, internal promotions, and leavers to ensure smooth transitions. This includes collaborating with Department Heads and the IT team to share relevant information promptly.
• Ensure personnel files are kept accurate, up-to-date, and well organised.
• Provide general administrative support including filing, scanning, and taking minutes during employee meetings.
• Work with benefits providers, generate ad hoc reports, and liaise with Department Managers as needed.
• Carry out any additional ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Administration

Organisational skills

Numerical ability

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Communication

Telephone manner

Attention to detail

HR admin experience

UK employment law (desirable)

Education

HR qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Express Solicitors is recruiting an HR Administrator to support the HR team with attendance records, onboarding, contracts, inductions and general admin. The role offers hybrid working after probation and a clear path to develop HR knowledge within a leading personal injury practice.

You will manage HR data, assist with projects, respond to staff inquiries, and coordinate with IT and department heads to ensure accurate personnel files and timely communications.