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HR Administration Manager

Location: North West

Employment type: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it? 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP? and Mental health support & counselling services? 
• Cycle to Work scheme? 
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more! 
• Life assurance cover? 
• Long service recognition? 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community? 

About the role…

We have an exciting opportunity for two HR Administration Managers to support our Water & Infrastructure and Power divisions. In these roles, you will lead the delivery of high?quality HR administration, ensuring accurate employee data within PeopleHR and providing efficient, compliant support across the employee lifecycle, including payroll and external provider coordination.

A key focus of these roles will be leading and developing a high-performing HR Administration team while driving continuous improvement across HR processes and service delivery. You will play a critical role in maintaining robust controls, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring exceptional levels of accuracy across HR and payroll administration. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening HR operations, improving data quality, and ensuring a consistently high standard of service to the wider business.

As a HR Administration Manager you will…

• Lead and manage the HR system (PeopleHR), ensuring data accuracy, system audits, reporting, and continuous improvement, including upgrades, testing, and user training
• Support business growth through acquisition integration, including data migration and onboarding managers to HR systems and processes
• Oversee the delivery of end?to?end HR administration across the employee lifecycle, alongside supporting key HR projects such as pay and performance reviews, engagement initiatives, and organisational changes
• Take ownership of monthly payroll processes, acting as the main contact for external providers, ensuring accurate submissions, thorough checks, and ongoing process improvements, alongside effective pension administration and query resolution
• Lead, coach, and develop the HR Administration team, setting clear objectives and fostering a high?performance, continuous improvement culture
• Ensure all HR and payroll activities are compliant with legislation, policies, and GDPR, while improving processes, supporting audits, building strong stakeholder relationships, and managing escalated queries to maintain a high standard of service

About you…

• Strong experience managing HR systems and end?to?end HR administration processes
• Proven experience coordinating payroll inputs and working with external payroll providers
• Experience leading or supervising a team
• Good understanding of pensions administration and auto?enrolment requirements
• Solid knowledge of HR processes, employment documentation, and compliance frameworks
• Experience working in a multi?site or operational environment
• Previous involvement in HR or payroll audits and system/process improvements
• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) is desirable

You are highly organised and detail?focused, with a strong commitment to maintaining accurate, high?quality data. You work well in a fast?paced environment and can prioritise tasks effectively. You take a proactive, customer?focused approach in everything you do. You build strong relationships across the business and communicate clearly and confidently. With solid HR systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills, you’re driven by continuous improvement and enjoy finding more efficient ways of working.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. 
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Next steps.

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HR & Administration Assistant

Based in Stirling | fully office-based role

Full-Time role | 9:00am to 5:00pm | Monday to Friday

Temp contract for a minimum of 2 months | potential for extension

Urgent start role - Monday 29th June

Pay rate up to £14.00 per hour + holiday pay (depending on experience)

Search Consultancy are delighted to be working exclusively with a leading business based in Stirling to recruit an HR & Administration Assistant for a minimum of 2 months on a temporary basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support across both the HR side of the business more general office administration.

• Dealing with incoming calls to the business, dealing with enquiries at first point of contact & passing on calls & messages where appropriate
• Management of the company's central email inbox, again dealing with enquiries if appropriate and escalating where necessary
• Dealing with both incoming & outgoing mail on a daily basis & receiving of incoming deliveries throughout the day
• Providing support to the company's HR function from an Admin perspective as directed by the HR Manager
• Management of office supplies, ensuring everything is stocked & ordering from suppliers when required
• Dealing with the company's IT equipment provider ensuring everything is in good working order & repairs/replacements are arranged when required
• Carrying out meeting preparation, ensuring that rooms are booked and set up, catering is organised and documentation is provided
• Various other ad hoc Administration duties as directed

• Previous experience within an Administration role – this experience is ESSENTIAL and candidates who have supported with HR Administration would be at an advantage
• First class communication skills - both written & verbal
• Solid IT skills including Microsoft Office, with the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise & manage your workload effectively
• The ability to work on your own initiative and seek out tasks to support with on occasions when your desk isn't busy

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

HR Administration & Reporting Assistant

Location: Cannock

Hours: Monday to Friday Days

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Tudor Employment Agency are recruiting for our prestigious client based in Cannock.

We are looking for a highly organised HR Assistant to support the HR team.

This is a hands‑on role covering all aspects of HR administration - supporting employees through their journey, keeping records accurate, and helping the business stay organised and compliant.

Alongside the day‑to‑day admin, you will also play a key role in working with data and reports, using Excel to track trends, spot patterns, and support better decision-making.

If you enjoy being busy, take pride in accuracy, and are confident working with spreadsheets and data analysis, this is a great opportunity to develop within a fast‑paced environment.

• HR Administration
• Supporting the full employee lifecycle - starters, leavers and changes
• Keeping employee records accurate and up to date
• Managing HR queries and providing support to employees and managers
• Assisting with onboarding and ensuring a smooth start for new employees
• Helping with general admin tasks such as meeting coordination and documentation

• Using HR systems to maintain accurate records and support reporting
• Producing and maintaining regular HR reports
• Using Excel to track key information such as absence, turnover and activity
• Identifying trends and highlighting anything that needs attention
• Supporting payroll preparation with accurate data
• Helping improve how we track and use HR data

• Supporting wider HR activity and projects
• Helping maintain strong communication across the business
• Contributing to a positive and efficient HR service

• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (with a focus on Excel), HR systems and payroll processes.
• Strong administrative and systems experience
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
• Proactive, reliable and organised

Support People, Operations and Business Growth

Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive package + Benefits

Aucnet is a leading global marketplace innovator, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market, and a driving force in the circular economy. We are dedicated to extending the life of valuable assets worldwide.

Our UK division is at an exciting stage of growth, focusing on the global distribution of used smartphones and tablets sourced directly from Japan. We connect high-quality inventory with international corporate buyers, including refurbishers, retailers, repairers, and insurers.

We are looking for an organised and proactive HR & Administration Coordinator to support the day-to-day operation of the UK business.

This position will provide administrative support across HR, payroll coordination, benefits administration, finance processes and general office operations.

• Support employee onboarding and administration
• Coordinate payroll and benefits processes
• Maintain employee records
• Assist with finance administration and invoicing
• Support compliance and reporting activities
• Provide general operational and administrative support to the UK business
• Liaise with external payroll, accounting, legal and benefits providers
• Assist with local projects and operational initiatives as the UK business grows

• Fluent Japanese and English language skills
• Strong administration and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience within HR, finance or office administration
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Private Medical Insurance
• Exposure to international business
• Opportunity to help build a growing UK operation

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Recruitment Assistant for our client, a local government organisation based in Southampton.

The successful post holder will be working as part of a fast paced team they will be responsible for administration support throughout the recruitment and on boarding process.

This role is a temporary contract with an initial period of 3 months, with the possibility to extend. This role hybrid working 1-2 days in office per week. Whilst training additional office days maybe required.

• Deliver a comprehensive customer-focused recruitment service including the use of an e-recruitment platform.
• Process payroll input for new starters
• Handle all recruitment queries from recruiting managers and ensure they have the information they need in a timely and accurate manner.
• To support the recruitment and selection process for schools or other such partner agencies.
• To support recruiting managers with the preparation of recruitment documentation including adverts and candidate packs.
• To ensure the recruitment process meets its deadlines and complies with all relevant statutory requirements and policy and practice.
• To handle all recruitment queries from candidates in a professional and timely manner.
• To record and maintain all relevant documentation and records related to recruitment activity.
• To provide Management Information on activity/trends on all recruitment.
• To provide a list of internal vacancies to any redeployees on a weekly basis.
• To manage all pre-employment checks.
• To process all new starter documentation in time for payroll input.
• To ensure all new starters are provided with the information they need for their first day.
• To keep up to date vacancy information and to update agencies, job sites and internet sites as required.
• To support assessment activity as part of recruitment processes.
• To liaise with resourcing partners and other agencies and organisations to ensure an effective recruitment process, including briefing agencies and agreeing adverts and campaigns.
• To provide general support to HR & OD projects and casework activity.

• Previous recruitment experience is preferred whether this be as part of a broader HR role, in-house recruitment function or agency.
• Strong administration, organisation and communication skills are a must.
• GCSE English language and Maths – Grade 4 or above
• Certificate in HR Admin or equivalent work experience (recruitment activity/administration in dealing with customers).
• To understand the importance of pre- employment checks supported by practical experience.
• Experience of delivering an excellent customer service in a high volume environment (recruitment experience would be an advantage).
• Understanding of recruitment and selection processes/business administration and good practice in a large organisation.
• A high level of attention to detail and ability to meet multiple recruitment/ payroll deadlines.
• Understanding of the application of statutory legislation related to recruitment.
• Experience of using e- Systems and experience of using social media and internet platforms for recruitment or similar activity.
• Experience of providing telephone and email support to recruiting managers.
• An understanding of equality issues in the workplace.
• Have experience of using e Systems to run basic management reports is Desirable.
• Have experience of providing face to face support to both in- house managers and those of our partners (ie schools) is Desirable.

Working Hours: 5 days per week / Monday - Friday

Pay: £18.85 per hr

Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.

Your next opportunity begins with us.

Ryde House Group are thrilled to be expanding our HR Team!

We're one of the Isle of Wight's leading providers of support services for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. With over 300 dedicated staff members, we're a welcoming, supportive, and passionate organisation committed to delivering outstanding person-centred care.

We are recruiting a Temporary HR & Aministration Assistant on a 6 month contract (potential to be extended or permanent) with a focus on assisting management across our sites with staff performance management and recruitment.

A few key responsibilites of the role include:

• Recruitment and HR compliance
• Assisting management with minute taking for investigations and performance related meetings
• Leading on staff supervisions across all sites
• Responding to queries over the phone, email, and face-to-face

Insight and experience into HR and Administration would be advantageous, however skills such as resourcefulness, adaptability, and communication are equally important. Attention to detail is key for the role, but equally important is the ability to step back and think big picture. The role requires a lot of balance between being proactive in your approach to scheduled tasks, but also reactive to upcoming tasks and unexpected hurdles.

The role is highly people-oriented with a strong emphasis on communication through email, phone and face-toface interactions. We have a range of software and systems that support us in our day-today such as Slack, Wrike and Google Workspace, so a tech savvy mind and approach will really help in this role.

As well as job fulfillment and playing a key part in the journey of the individuals we support, we also offer additional employee incentives including:

• A company issued MacBook
• Discounted gym membership
• Fun days and Annual Staff Awards events
• Birthday, Christmas, Easter and 'just because' gifts.
• Mental health wellbeing support
• Paid in-house training plus further learning and development opportunities
• Competitive salaried pay with paid sick leave.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service
• Blue Light Card eligibility and we reimburse the cost
• We promote from within so this role could just be the beginning

Axcis Education Recruitment in Reading is looking for a dedicated HR & Administration Assistant to support HR functions and staff recruitment in a busy SEND school environment.

The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, with opportunities for training and professional development. This temporary position welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants.

The school provides a supportive leadership environment and is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

Overview

Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.

We are a collegial and collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realise their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm’s client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.

If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our HR department in our London office as a Senior Coordinator: HR Administration.

The Role:

We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Senior HR Coordinator who can also provide personal assistant–style support to senior leaders in the HR function. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people‑focused environment, enjoys variety, and can balance administrative precision with warm, professional communication.

You’ll play a key part in keeping our HR operations running smoothly while also supporting day‑to‑day executive needs such as diary management, meeting preparation, and general coordination.

You will provide full secretarial and administrative support including but not limited to diary management, travel coordination, email monitoring, drafting and sending correspondence and assisting with Partner HR administration.

Hours:

Standard hours are 9:30am to 5:30pm with flexibility in accordance with the needs of the business.

Our current working from home policy allows for two days working from home, subject to business need.

This policy is subject to change and does not form part of contractual terms

• Support the HR department with the full employee lifecycle for Partners, including onboarding, offboarding and administrative matters.
• Maintain accurate Partner records and HR databases, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare HR documentation such as offer letters, contracts, and reference requests.
• Act as a first point of contact for Partner HR queries, providing timely and helpful responses.
• Support HR reporting, metrics, and data analysis as needed.
• Maintain HRIS in relation to Partner data; currently using PeopleSoft.
• Process checks for newly promoted Partners including DBS, ID verification etc.
• Prepare Partner departure communications for approval and circulation.
• Provide diary and inbox management for senior leaders, ensuring priorities are handled efficiently.
• Arrange meetings, book rooms, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, and logistics where required.
• Assist with preparing presentations, documents, and briefing materials.
• Support planning and organisation of internal events, workshops, and team activities.
• Reconciling monthly credit card statements and oversee expense claims.
• Handle ad hoc administrative tasks to ensure smooth day to day operations.
• Provide support to other business services leads on an ad‑hoc basis i.e. COO meetings when in London, etc.
• Undertake project work as required.

The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment.

Educated to A level or equivalent

• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role within the legal sector or other professional services.
• Experience working within HR preferred
• Highly developed organisational skills
• Professional telephone manner
• Experience dealing with senior stakeholders
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel & Outlook
• Typing speed – minimum of 60 wpm
• HR Systems experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible
• Self-starter, ability to use initiative
• Proven ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to handle high volume workloads.
• Ability to take responsibility for own work
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to use own initiative and carry out duties with minimum supervision

At Mayer Brown, we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that offers our people the opportunity and support they need to succeed.

Our culture promotes mutual respect, acceptance, cooperation and productivity among people from all backgrounds and values different perspectives and ideas.

One of our core values at Mayer Brown is to promote inclusion at all levels within the business which is actively supported by our Employee Resource Groups - LGBTQI+, Fusion (Race & Ethnicity), Multi-faith, Women, Enable (Disability), Social Inclusion and Opportunities Network and Work and Me (Family).

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that individuals may require throughout the recruitment process and once they have joined the Firm.