HR Administrator

Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
Reed

HR AdministratorFull-time & office based

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive HR Administrator to support our client’s HR team with all aspects of employee administration. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a varied workload, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has a strong eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage job adverts, applications, interview coordination, and recruitment admin.
• Prepare offer letters, contracts, induction packs, and complete all onboarding checks.
• Support the leavers process, including paperwork, system updates, and equipment returns.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update HR systems.
• Manage the processing of timesheets, ensuring information is received on time, chasing any outstanding details, and providing accurate data to their external payroll provider
• Provide note-taking support for formal meetings.
• Help coordinate HR events, communications, and newsletters.
• Support with training administration, mandatory checks, and data reporting.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team and managers.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Strong administrative background with excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Clear communication skills and ability to build positive working relationships.
• Experience working with an external provider for payroll and supporting payroll administration.

Desirable:

• CIPD Level 3 or working toward it.
• Experience in HR or recruitment administration.
• Knowledge of HR systems and employment processes.

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive, adaptable team player.
• Someone who can manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• A personable and professional communicator.
• Someone who brings initiative, reliability, and genuine interest in HR.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your up-to-date CV.