HR Administrator

Are you an organised and people-focused administrator looking to develop your career in HR? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established charity based in Berkshire, where you will play a key role in supporting the HR team and helping to deliver an excellent employee experience. Working within a friendly and supportive team, you will gain exposure to all aspects of the employee lifecycle while making a meaningful contribution to an organisation that makes a real difference in the community. Job Title: HR Administrator Job Type: Permanent Location: Berkshire Salary: £25,000–£28,000 per annum Benefits: Including 25 days plus bank holidays, hybrid working and a generous pension Reference No: 19462 HR Administrator – About the Role Reporting to the HR team, you'll provide comprehensive administrative support across a wide range of HR activities, ensuring processes run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy and confidentiality. Main Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day administrative support across the employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to leavers. • Prepare contracts, offer letters and other HR documentation. • Maintain accurate employee records and update the HR system. • Support recruitment activities, including arranging interviews and liaising with candidates. • Assist with onboarding, inductions and compliance checks. • Respond to HR queries from employees and managers, escalating where appropriate. • Support payroll administration by ensuring employee information is accurate and up to date. • Assist with HR reporting and general administrative projects as required. The successful candidate will have: • Previous administration experience, ideally gained within an HR environment. • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail. • A proactive and confidential approach to handling sensitive information. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. • A genuine interest in developing a career in Human Resources. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. If you do not hear from a Consultant within five working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Refer a Friend If this role isn't quite right for you but you know someone who may be interested, recommend them to us. You could receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we help them secure a permanent role, or £25 in vouchers for a temporary placement (terms and conditions apply).