Temporary HR Administrator

AQA; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Temporary Administrator for its People Services team in Manchester. This role involves acting as the first point of contact for new staff, conducting HR administrative tasks, and supporting payroll processes. Ideal candidates will possess a recent HR qualification and a good knowledge of MS Office. The position includes a competitive hourly rate of £13.10 with opportunities for hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Recent HR qualification (preferred).
• Aptitude to learn HR processes and systems.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for new starters.
• Conduct right to work checks and assist with inductions.
• Assist with administrative processes across HR and payroll support systems.

Job description

Overview

At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and to supporting our people. We are the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, marking over 10 million exam papers each year, and our people make this happen.

We’re looking for a dedicated, people-focused individual to build HR experience as a Temporary Administrator within AQA’s People Services team. You’ll be in the heart of the operation, acting as the first point of contact for new staff and carrying out day-to-day HR administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for new starters and those joining AQA.
• Conduct right to work checks and assist with inductions.
• Assist with administrative processes across HR and payroll support systems.
• Split time between central Manchester offices and work from home as needed to manage tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• Recent HR qualification (preferred).
• Aptitude to learn HR processes and systems.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office.
• No prior experience with Workday or iTrent required; ability to pick up processes quickly.

Contract details

• Hourly rate: £13.10
• Dates: ASAP until a specified end date (potential extension into the new year)
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Location: University of Manchester campus offices with some days from home

Interested?

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AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique.

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