HR Administrator - Head Office, St Albans About Us John Sisk & Son Limited is an International Construction Company that places a strong emphasis on performance, quality, teamwork, and client satisfaction. Sisk has a proud record of leadership in the construction industry for more than 160 years. Sisk UK and Sisk Rail consists of four offices and associated project sites around the country, and the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting employee lifecycle activity. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an enthusiastic Human Resources Administrator to join our team. Job Overview Reporting to the Senior HR Officer at Sisk, you play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the HR department, alongside our experienced HR Team in the UK. You will support HR Operations with a positive and professional approach, contributing to the overall success of the organisation. This role involves a wide range of tasks related to HR administration, payroll, employee benefits, and reward. Key Responsibilities Employee Lifecyle Prepare all contracts of employment, conduct pre-hire checks, and by liaising with the onboarding co-ordinator, help to on-board our new joiners. Assist with a wide range of day-to-day HR processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion. Work with the wider HR team in Ireland (and on occasion from the UK), to support organisation initiatives, communications, and events. HR Service Delivery Act as a point of contact for UK employees, providing timely advice and support on all queries. Work in close partnership with the HR Operations team to deliver an efficient and effective HR service, whilst collaborating with different departments to facilitate a seamless employee experience. Help to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. HR Systems & reporting In adherence with data protection standards, maintain data in our HR Systems, ensuring accuracy, security, privacy, and relevancy are maintained. Provide ad-hoc data and information sharing as required, including employment references. Pay & Benefits Support the payroll input process, including documentation and data validation. Administer employee benefits, along with the associated data processing, documentation, and communication. About You: Detail-oriented with strong organisational and multitasking abilities. The ability to engage with a range of colleagues, in a busy team environment, whilst carrying out activity with discretion & confidentiality. Proficient verbal & written communication in the English language is critical, thereby enabling efficient business interaction and communication to Sisk employees at all levels. Proficiency in the MS Office suite, and experience of operating in a paperless environment. Third level education in HR or business administration is preferred Experience of working in a HR role for a minimum of 1-2 years with HR systems experience would be a distinct advantage. Benefits Competitive Salary with yearly increase Healthcare 26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more) Employer pension Death in service – life assurance Competitive mileage rate Travel expenses Flexible and remote working Enhanced parental leave Professional and Educational development Our people are at the heart of our success and our proposition to them is work with purpose, have time for life, build a career with no limits and surround yourself with great people. At Sisk we are committed to attracting and hiring diverse talent into our organisation. We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates. We also know that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the criteria. Give your transferable skills the chance to tell the full story. It’s not all about your technical expertise. Don’t hold back, we’d love to hear from you.