People Administrator - Park

Leisure Employment Services; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-park discounts

Free facility access

Staff discounts

Job summary

Haven is seeking a dedicated People Administrator to support HR operations across our parks. You will play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, payroll, wellbeing, and administering people processes to ensure a positive and efficient workplace.

You will work closely with park leaders and managers to maintain accurate records, manage compliance tasks, and foster employee engagement through initiatives and recognition programs.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support Park leaders with recruitment, onboarding, compliance checks, and updating team profiles.
• Guide managers on 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

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

HR software proficiency

Independent working

Team collaboration

Tools

HR software platforms

Job description

Position: People Administrator Type: Full-Time / Permanent Pay Rates: Competitive

Join 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.

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!