Remote HR Administrator

Confidential; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced HR Administrator for a fully remote role with occasional visits to an office in Staffordshire. You will support HR activities across multiple companies in the food manufacturing sector, working closely with the Senior HR Administrator.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, recruitment onboarding, payroll support and compliance. Strong organisation, detail-orientation and discretion are essential for success in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration or similar role, preferably in manufacturing/FMCG.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficient with HR systems, Microsoft 365, Teams and Excel.
• Knowledge of UK employment law, GDPR and compliance; CIPD desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records, HR databases and systems.
• Support recruitment administration and onboarding processes.
• Assist with payroll administration and benefit records.
• Provide administration support for performance management, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Prepare HR reports and audits in line with GDPR and UK employment legislation.

Skills

HR Administration

Attention to Detail

Organised

Communication

Education

CIPD qualification desirable

Tools

Microsoft 365

Teams

Excel

Payroll systems

ATS

Job description

HR Administrator
Remote

Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week

Permanent, Full Time

A well-established business is looking to appoint an experienced HR Administrator to join their HR team which is a fully remote opportunity with occasional visits to their office in Staffordshire.
You will be working closely with the Senior HR Administrator, you will support a wide range of HR activities across a group of companies within the food manufacturing sector. This is a hands-on role requiring excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently whilst supporting the wider team.

The Role

HR Systems & Records: Maintain accurate employee records, HR databases and systems, ensuring all information is up to date, confidential and correctly stored.

Recruitment & Onboarding: Support recruitment administration, arrange interviews and manage new starter documentation, inductions and onboarding processes.

Payroll & Benefits: Assist with payroll administration, checking employee information, updating records and resolving any discrepancies.

Employee Relations: Provide administration support for performance management, disciplinary and grievance processes, ensuring all documentation is accurate.

Reporting & Compliance: Prepare HR reports, maintain compliance records and support internal and external audits in line with UK employment legislation and GDPR.

Employee Engagement: Support staff wellbeing initiatives, internal communications and employee engagement activities.

Process Improvements: Help improve HR systems, digital records and administration processes to ensure the department runs efficiently.

About You

HR Administration: Previous experience in HR administration or a similar role. You must be from a manufacturing, food or FMCG background.

Attention to Detail: Excellent attention to detail is essential, with the ability to maintain accurate records, identify errors and manage confidential information.

HR Systems: Confident using HR systems, Microsoft 365, Teams and Excel. Experience with payroll systems and applicant tracking systems (ATS) would be advantageous.

UK HR Knowledge: A good understanding of UK employment legislation, HR processes, GDPR and compliance requirements. A CIPD qualification is desirable.

Organised: Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines whilst working independently.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work professionally with people at all levels of the business.

Approach: A proactive, hands-on attitude with strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to support the wider team.