Are you an organised and proactive HR professional looking to deepen your experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment? We are seeking an HR Administrator to join our friendly HR team at Hillier, based at our Support Centre at Ampfield, near Romsey, Hampshire. This is a 9-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
It is a fantastic opportunity for someone with HR administration experience who enjoys managing processes and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You will be responsible for supporting the full employee lifecycle—from onboarding and contract changes to leavers and probation reviews.
You will be part of a small, collaborative HR team where your contributions are valued, and your development is supported.
This full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, and comes with a salary of £27,000 per annum.
What You will Be Doing:
1. Managing onboarding processes, including offer letters, contracts, and induction coordination
2. Administering contract changes, promotions, and role updates
3. Processing leaver documentation
4. Tracking probationary periods and issuing confirmation letters
5. Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
6. Supporting general HR administration and compliance tasks
7. Liaising with payroll and other departments to ensure smooth transitions
What We are Looking For:
8. Previous experience in an HR administrative role
9. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
10. Excellent written and verbal communication
11. Comfortable working with confidential information
12. Familiarity with HR systems
13. A team player with a proactive, can-do attitude
14. CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) is desirable
What We Offer:
15. Employee discount
16. 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
17. Free on-site parking
18. Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family
19. Access to exclusive retail discounts and cashback offers
20. Free entry to Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and discounts at other gardens nationwide
You will be joining a renowned and established family business of over 150 years, working in a fun and friendly environment with an amazing bunch of people. We also place immense value on all our team members and how they contribute to the ongoing success and growth of our Company.
Please note that we will only consider candidates who are already located in the UK and have right to work status.
A basic DBS check will be required for the successful candidate. The company will cover the cost.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.