HR SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR

Chatham, Kent
HR GO Recruitment

HR ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT

We are seeking a reliable and organised HR Administration Support professional to assist on a temporary cover. This role is ideal for someone with strong HR knowledge and excellent administration skills who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support, including maintaining accurate employee records and HRIS data entry
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes (contracts, new starter documentation, inductions, exit paperwork)
• Assist with payroll administration and liaise with payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate submissions
• Prepare HR paperwork, letters, and reports; support with basic HR metrics and data analysis
• Coordinate training and development activities, including arranging sessions and tracking attendance
• Support recruitment administration: job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communications and reference checks
• Respond to routine employee enquiries and escalate complex issues to HR advisors or line managers
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment law, maintaining confidentiality at all times
• General office administration tasks as required (filing, mail, office supplies)

Skills and experience required:

• Proven experience in HR administration or similar HR/administrative role
• Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Familiarity with HR processes (onboarding, payroll support, record keeping) and HR systems/HRIS
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable working with databases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional, customer-focused manner
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks, work to deadlines and maintain confidentiality
• Team player who can also work independently and use initiative

Desirable:

• CIPD qualification (or working towards) or equivalent HR training
• Experience with payroll processes and HR software

This will be working Monday to Friday – 30 hours per week on a temporary basis for around 4 – 6 weeks.

To apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re a good fit for the role. Applications will be reviewed on receipt.