Senior HR Administrator
14 hours ago
Bedford
We are currently recruiting a Senior HR Administrator (Employee Relations Focus) to join our HR team at our Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire. If you’re an experienced HR Administrator with excellent organisational skills and a keen interest in Employee Relations (ER), this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. In this role, you’ll provide high-quality administrative support across all core HR functions, with a particular emphasis on employee relations, compliance, and family leave. You’ll work closely with HR Business Partners and the HR Manager to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance in all HR processes — helping to create a smooth and positive employee experience. Responsibilities Include: • Supporting HR Business Partners and the ER Partner with the administration of formal ER cases, including preparing investigation packs, drafting letters, and maintaining accurate case documentation., • Maintaining and updating ER records and trackers, ensuring compliance with company policies and GDPR., • Preparing reports and summaries to monitor ER activity and outcomes., • Managing onboarding and compliance checks, including induction, right-to-work documentation, and probation tracking., • Coordinating family leave processes, ensuring all maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave documentation and dates are recorded accurately., • Collaborating with Payroll to process overpayment letters and pay-related changes., • Providing cover for the HR Administrator during absence, including issuing contracts and processing leavers., • Supporting continuous improvement of HR and ER administrative processes to enhance efficiency and consistency. What We Need from You: • To possess or be working towards a CIPD qualification, • Proven experience in HR administration, ideally with exposure to employee relations casework., • Good understanding of UK employment law and HR processes., • Excellent written communication skills with strong attention to detail., • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment., • Professional, discreet, and confident in handling sensitive information., • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience using HR systems is desirable., • Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach. What We Offer You in Return: • Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for a personal special occasion., • Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice., • Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities., • Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access., • Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts., • Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security., • Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage., • Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate. This role offers an excellent opportunity to deepen your HR and Employee Relations expertise, contribute to continuous improvement within a collaborative HR team, and make a tangible impact on employee experience. No agencies please