HR Administrator
Permanent | £25,000 - £28,000 PA | Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm | Southend
We are seeking an organised, approachable, and detail oriented HR Administrator to join a busy Human Resources team. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone with solid HR admin experience looking to build on their knowledge and support the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to onboarding, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations.
You’ll be the first point of contact for employee queries, help manage sensitive data, assist with recruitment and vetting, and support managers with general HR matters. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with people, this could be a great fit for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day HR administrative support across the employee lifecycle
Coordinate recruitment activity: advertising roles, arranging interviews, and managing pre-employment checks (e.g. DBS, referencing)
Prepare offer letters, contracts, and onboarding documentation
Support managers with induction planning and training bookings
Maintain and update HR systems, employee records, and personnel files in line with GDPR
Act as first point of contact for staff queries regarding policies, absence, and employment terms
Support security clearance and pass applications for high-security client sites
Assist with HR projects, audits, and reporting on absence, turnover, and other HR metrics
Provide general administrative support including meeting minutes, correspondence, and proofreading
Help ensure compliance with internal procedures and current employment legislation
What We're Looking For:
At least 2 years' experience in an HR or administrative role
CIPD Level 3 qualified or currently working towards it
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
A positive, can-do attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
If you have all the required skills and experience for this position, please call Aimee or Julie at One to One Personnel on (phone number removed) or email us on or