HR Administrator (Policy & Ops)

Adecco; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is recruiting for a HR Administrator (Policy & Ops) to join a public sector client in Yate. This part-time role offers hybrid working, allowing you to mainly work from home while providing vital HR support. The ideal candidate should have an NVQ level 2 qualification in HR or a related field and experience in HR administration. Responsibilities include processing payroll and handling HR queries, with a competitive hourly rate of £13.90.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible environment

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or lifecycle administration role.
• Strong understanding of HR, customer, and payroll functions.
• Ability to resolve customer queries effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and employee lifecycle transactions accurately.
• Issue employment contracts for new starters.
• Support the leaver process through the HR system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Education

NVQ level 2 in HR, business administration, or customer services

Tools

iCIMS recruitment system

HR and Payroll systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a HR Administrator (Policy & Ops) to work within South Gloucestershire Council.

Are you passionate about Human Resources and looking to make a meaningful impact in the public services sector? Our client is seeking a dedicated HR Administrator (Policy & Ops) to join their dynamic team in Yate! This is an exciting temporary opportunity with a competitive hourly rate of 13.90, offering Part‑time hours 3 days per week (22.2 hours per week) until March 31, 2026.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Processing payroll and employee lifecycle transactions with accuracy and efficiency on our payroll system.
• Issuing employment contracts for new starters using the iCIMS recruitment system.
• Supporting the leaver process through our HR system (D365).
• Monitoring and actioning emails in our generic inbox daily.
• Providing guidance and resolving customer queries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Ensuring effective delivery of specialist processes to maintain a high‑quality service.

What We Need from You:

• An NVQ level 2 qualification in HR, business administration, or customer services, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Experience in an HR or lifecycle administration role with a strong understanding of HR, customer, and payroll functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus to resolve issues effectively.
• Proficiency in HR and Payroll systems, as well as Microsoft software (especially Excel).
• An exceptional eye for detail to ensure accurate, error‑free work.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid Working: Primarily work from home with one day a week in the office at Badminton Road.
• Flexible Environment: Balance your work‑life commitments while contributing to meaningful public service initiatives.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in HR administration within the public sector.

If you're ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a difference in the public services sector, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join our client's team in creating a positive workplace for all employees.

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to us today!

Let's work together to shape a brighter future in public services!

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.