HR Administrator (12-Month Fixed Term Contract – Maternity Cover)
📍 Location: Northwich
💼 Salary: £25,000 – £27,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
🕓 Hours: Full-time or part-time options available
Howard James Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a fantastic Northwich-based business in their search for an organised and proactive HR Administrator to join the team for a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to further their career in HR within a supportive, people-focused environment that truly values its employees and encourages professional growth.
The Role
As HR Administrator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the HR function and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day HR operations. You’ll be the first point of contact for HR-related queries, assist with recruitment and onboarding, maintain accurate employee records, and provide essential administrative support across a range of HR processes.
Key Responsibilities
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Act as the first point of contact for employee and manager HR queries.
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Support end-to-end recruitment processes including job postings, arranging interviews, liaising with candidates, and preparing offer documentation.
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Coordinate onboarding and induction activities for new starters.
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Manage employee lifecycle administration – including starters, leavers and contract changes.
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Maintain accurate employee data using the HR system (Bright HR).
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Support payroll by providing relevant employee information.
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Administer absence management, probation tracking and other routine HR processes.
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Coordinate and record employee training activities.
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Support HR projects and initiatives such as engagement events and graduate recruitment.
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Help ensure HR policies and documentation are kept up to date.
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Handle all HR-related information confidentially and professionally.
About You
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Previous experience in an HR administrative or similar support role is desirable.
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A genuine interest in developing a career in HR.
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Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
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Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
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Confident communicator with a professional and friendly manner.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel) and ideally familiar with HR systems.
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CIPD Level 3 qualification is advantageous but not essential.
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A proactive, flexible and discreet approach to work.
If you’re an enthusiastic and organised individual who thrives in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply now to join a company that truly values its people and supports your professional development every step of the way