We’re on the lookout for a sharp, organised, and people-focused HR Administrator/Officer to join our fast-moving facilities management team in Manchester. If you thrive in a hands-on role where every day brings something new, we want to hear from you. This role will cover a broad range of responsibilities, including recruitment, on-boarding and off-boarding, maintaining employee records, payroll support, and general HR administration. You’ll act as a key point of contact for employees and managers, ensuring HR processes remain both efficient and compliant. The successful candidate will be confident handling routine HR queries, managing absence records, and supporting line managers with general HR matters. In addition, you’ll have the chance to get involved in wider HR initiatives and projects under the guidance of the HR Manager. Duties: * Maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring HR systems are kept up to date. * Supporting the full recruitment process, including coordinating interviews and managing on-boarding for new starters. * Assisting with payroll processing to help ensure accuracy and timeliness. * Acting as a first point of contact for routine HR queries from employees and line managers. * Monitoring and recording absence and leave, as well as ensuring return-to-work processes are completed. * Providing administrative support on HR projects and initiatives as directed by the HR Manager. * Taking clear and accurate notes during informal and formal meetings. * Drafting outcome letters and other HR correspondence. Qualifications / Experience: * At least 3 years’ experience in an HR Administration or HR Officer position (Essential). * A CIPD Level 3 qualification (Essential). * A solid understanding of HR practices, policies, and employment law (Essential). * Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using HR systems. * A high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality. * A proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work with accuracy. * A collaborative, team-focused attitude. * Previous experience in drafting contracts of employment and offer letters (Essential). What’s on offer: * Salary: Up to £27,000 * Shift: Monday to Friday (40 hr week). * Holiday allowance - 31 days (inc statutory). * Pension scheme - 5.7% er / 3.3% ee * Company Sick Pay Scheme. * Employee of the month voucher. * Birthday voucher. * Continued development support. * Regular company socials. * Exclusive discounts on holidays, bodyshop, cinema tickets and other retail stores. Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Our client does not offer sponsorship