People Administrator

Leisure Employment Services; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Team perks and discounts

Job summary

Haven is seeking a People Administrator in the United Kingdom to support the park leadership team and HR operations. You will help with recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and wellbeing, ensuring a smooth, positive team experience across locations.

We value detail-oriented and organised individuals who can collaborate with cross-functional teams and learn Haven’s HR platforms. Comprehensive training and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR, administrative, or people operations roles is beneficial.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Good communication and approachable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support Park leaders with recruitment, onboarding, compliance checks, and updating team profiles.
• Guide managers on our HR systems, ensuring all new starters and leavers are accurately tracked.
• Support and manage essential compliance tasks, including DBS checks, right to work checks, safe & secure training completion, and end of contract process.
• Monitor and maintain employee records, including payroll, absence, and holiday tracking, ensuring timely and accurate information.
• Facilitate team recognition programs and employee engagement initiatives, including surveys and Team Member of the Month awards.
• Champion team wellbeing and support welfare initiatives, acting as a point of contact for team members on wellness programs and resources.
• Act as the point of contact and subject matter expert for HR queries, from pay questions, people policies to wellbeing initiatives, supporting a positive team experience.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Payroll

HR Systems

Compliance

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Position: People AdministratorType: Full-Time / Fixed Term ContractSalary: CompetitiveJoin our One Great Team here at Haven as a People Administrator, where you’ll play a key part in supporting the park leadership team to create a positive team experience. We’re seeking an organised and detail-oriented People Administrator to support our HR and People Operations here at Haven. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting our managers and ensuring smooth operations for all things related to team member experience, from recruitment and onboarding to payroll and wellbeing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who’s passionate about people and enjoys creating a positive, efficient workplace!

Key Responsibilities

• Support Park leaders with recruitment, onboarding, compliance checks, and updating team profiles.
• Guide managers on our HR systems, ensuring all new starters and leavers are accurately tracked.
• Support and manage essential compliance tasks, including DBS checks, right to work checks, safe & secure training completion, and end of contract process.
• Monitor and maintain employee records, including payroll, absence, and holiday tracking, ensuring timely and accurate information.
• Facilitate team recognition programs and employee engagement initiatives, including surveys and Team Member of the Month awards.
• Champion team wellbeing and support welfare initiatives, acting as a point of contact for team members on wellness programs and resources.
• Act as the point of contact and subject matter expert for HR queries, from pay questions, people policies to wellbeing initiatives, supporting a positive team experience.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HR, administrative, or people operations role is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Good communication skills, with a helpful and approachable attitude.
• Proficiency with HR software or systems, and a willingness to learn Haven’s specific platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking to hire the most talented people we can, and we’re excited that you’re exploring opportunities with us. Take a moment to browse our current open positions—when you find roles that align with your interests and experience, feel free to apply. You’ll be able to track your progress throughout the selection process and receive alerts about new opportunities that might be a great fit. Thanks again for considering a future with our team. We’re glad you’re here!

At Haven, we believe a career should be more than just a job - it should be something you love. As the UK’s leading holiday operator, we’re proud to offer exciting job opportunities. With over 9,000 amazing team members, 39 stunning seaside locations, and a vibrant support centre in Hemel Hempstead, we’re all about creating unforgettable experiences - not just for our guests and holiday homeowners, but for our team too. From the coasts of Scotland to the shores of Cornwall, Norfolk to Wales, our parks are set in some of the UK’s most breath-taking spots, where memories are made every single day. We’re passionate about what we do and have a lot of fun doing it - all thanks to our welcoming Breath of Fresh Air culture. If you’re thinking about joining us, we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you. Here’s to the start of something special at Haven!