HR Generalist - UK

LMA Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented HR Administrator to manage employee records, support recruitment, and assist with payroll processing. This role involves maintaining accurate HR databases, ensuring compliance with UK employment regulations, and providing general HR support. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of HR best practices. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape the employee experience and drive HR initiatives forward. If you are passionate about HR and looking to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administrative or support role is essential.
• Knowledge of UK employment laws and HR best practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and support hiring managers.
• Assist in payroll processing and benefits administration.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Confidentiality

Education

Experience in HR Administrative Role

Knowledge of UK Employment Laws

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR Systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

HR Administration & Employee Records

• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK employment regulations and company policies.
• Support HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, contract management, and right-to-work checks.
• Assist in drafting HR-related documents, including offer letters, contracts, and policy updates.
• Ensure GDPR compliance in all HR data handling and record-keeping.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate recruitment activities for junior roles, including job postings, CV screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Assist in onboarding new employees, ensuring a smooth transition, including contract issuance, induction planning, and system access setup.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Support payroll processing by preparing and submitting relevant employee data (new hires, salary changes, deductions) to the outsourced payroll provider.
• Assist in reviewing payroll reports and resolving payroll-related queries.
• Register new employees with benefits providers and ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Liaise with external benefits providers and process related invoices.

HR Systems & Training Platforms

• Maintain and update HR databases and systems, training platforms, ensuring data integrity and smooth functionality.
• Support employees and managers in navigating HR and learning systems.
• Assist in coordinating training programs, compliance tracking, and maintaining training records.
• Support HR reporting by preparing basic reports on headcount and annual HR reporting.

General HR Support

• Be the first point of contact for general HR queries from employees.
• Assist in coordinating training sessions and maintaining training records.
• Provide administrative support for HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in an HR administrative or support role.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of UK employment laws and HR best practices is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HR systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.