Job Role: HR Administrator – Operations & Reward
Location: Central Southampton (3 days a week)
Salary: Up to £28,000 + Bonus + Up to 10% Pension
I am working for a professional services business that is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented HR Administrator to join their high-performing team. Your client group is highly intellectual and appreciates a high standard of work, communication, and service. This role involves delivering operational support across the employee lifecycle, requiring excellent professional literacy and a good level of Excel proficiency to support Compensation & Reward activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Employee Lifecycle Management:
* Administer starter/leaver processes, including issuing contracts and leaver letters.
* Conduct pre-employment screening and follow up on responses.
* Maintain and update employee records and the HR system.
* Produce contract change letters and support flexible working requests.
* Draft the bi-monthly internal newsletter.
* Organise staff events, including the Christmas party.
1. Reward and Management Information:
* Run weekly reconciliation reports to ensure data accuracy.
* Produce management information reports (e.g., headcount, absence).
* Administer wellbeing benefits and support engagement initiatives.
* Assist with monthly payroll and salary review processes.
HR Support:
* Upload vacancies and schedule interviews.
* Support graduate recruitment programmes and careers fairs.
* Manage the HR mailbox and escalate complex queries.
* Update HR timelines, checklists, and calendars.
* Process invoices and track probation reviews.
* Provide cover for team members and assist in formal meetings.
Ideal Candidate:
* Demonstrable experience in an administrative role with a focus on data management and Excel skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and a conscientious approach.
* Strong MS Office skills.
* Ability to manage competing demands and work to tight deadlines.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and handle confidential information appropriately.
* Experience in an HR department and using an HR database is desirable.
* CIPD qualification is desirable but not essential.
To find out more about this opportunity, I'd love to hear from you. Apply on this advert or send your CV to: aisha.barnes@hrheads.co.uk