HR Support Team Administrator

University of Wolverhampton; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution is seeking a HR Support Team Administrator to manage HR queries across the university. Responsibilities include key stages in recruitment and accurate data entry into HR systems. The ideal candidate has prior HR administration experience and excellent interpersonal skills. This permanent role located at the Wolverhampton Campus offers a competitive salary package and various employee benefits, promoting a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Long Service Recognition

Free Will Writing Service

IT & Mobile Discounts

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support

Gym memberships discounts

Eyecare Support

Flu Vouchers

Paycare Health Benefit Plan

Flexible & Agile Working

Free On-site Parking

Cycle Benefits Scheme

Employee Discounts

Travel Discounts

Staff Scholarship Scheme

Leadership and Management Development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR administration required.
• Strong ability to build good working relationships.
• Competence in data entry into HR/Payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle HR related queries from across the university.
• Responsible for key stages in the recruitment process.
• Input accurate information onto HR/Payroll systems.

Skills

HR administration experience

Excellent administrative skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective keyboard skills

Ability to prioritize work

Knowledge of employment terms

Job description

HR Support Team Administrator

Location Wolverhampton Campus Faculty / Department Human Resources Department Contract Type Permanent Salary £26,707 - £28,778 p.a. Closing Date 04 / 01 / 2026 Job Reference 14658 Documents

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The University of Wolverhampton’s HR Team is seeking to recruit a HR Support Team Administrator, handling HR related queries from across the university by phone, email and our dedicated service desk. You will be responsible for key stages in the recruitment process, including use of the on-line E-recruiter system; input of accurate information onto the HR / Payroll system for new staff and for monthly contract changes; production of contracts of employment from template letters and the processing of Visiting Lecturer and casual appointments.

You will have previous HR administration experience, possess excellent administrative and interpersonal skills with the ability to build good working relationships across the University and deliver excellent customer service. Effective keyboard skills including the ability to enter data accurately into the HR / Payroll system and the ability to prioritise your work to meet regular deadlines are also required, together with knowledge of terms and conditions of employment, employment contracts and recruitment.

Staff Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24 / 7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
• Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
• Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)