Company Description
Markey Group consists of several specialist subsidiary companies and brands, including;
* Premiere Kitchens, a manufacturer of kitchens and furniture.
* Markey Construction, one of the UK’s leading regional construction companies
* Student Digs, which manages and maintains high-quality student accommodation.
* Markey Building Services, specialists in interiors and fitting out of petrol filling stations.
* Stay Lets, which provides quality accommodation.
* Parkview residential care home
With its unique combination of knowledge and experience, Markey Group is ideally placed to meet all property-related needs.
Dedicated to quality and service, the Group operates across a broad range of sectors, and our client-focused approach, coupled with our attention to service and quality, has been the focus and drive of our success.
Markey Group’s Vision, Mission and Values
Markey Group’s vision strapline is ‘creating tomorrow’s environments’, which to us means creating sustainable environments where people and businesses can flourish. As our businesses are so diverse, they have each set their own mission and strategies that align with the Group’s overall vision.
Markey Group Services
Markey Group's vision and mission are based on providing excellent professional services that enable the Markey Group businesses to create great value for all of our stakeholders. Our strategy to achieve this is to intelligently invest in the leadership, support and development of our people, as well as investing in the right technology, systems and processes that will enable our people to perform at their best now and in the future.
Position
The People Administrator provides administrative support across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, payroll coordination, benefits, absence tracking, and HR queries. The role ensures accurate records are maintained, supports HR projects and reporting, and assists with general office administration, helping to maintain an efficient and compliant People Team.
Requirements
* Preparation of People administration, including but not limited to offer letters, contracts, changes to terms and conditions, reference requests and resignation acknowledgements.
* Support the People Team with administrative duties.
* Maintain and update employee records on the HR system.
* Supporting the People Team with regular projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Act as the first point of contact for general HR queries via phone and email, providing initial support and escalating to the People Team when necessary.
* Administration of payroll for Markey Group and any associated companies, ensuring salary payments are accurate, on time and compliant with HMRC and employment law regulations.
* Track employee absence and attendance, supporting Line Managers with return-to-work forms and sickness record information.
* Maintain and use trackers to organise and coordinate key employee milestones, including probation reviews and long service awards.
* Support with employee onboarding through issuing new starter packs, conducting reference checks, and induction sessions.
* Assist in the coordination and administration of training and development activities.
* Support with the administration and communication of employee benefits, ensuring accurate records and timely data submission to providers.
* Office administration as required by Group Services, including daily sorting and distribution of post and ordering office supplies and stationery.
* Coordinate People team meetings, including scheduling, booking rooms and distributing notes or follow-ups.
* Answering and redirecting phone calls within the Group Services.
* Host weekly ‘People Pop-Ups’ in the Factory to address employee queries, share relevant information, and escalate issues to the HR Advisor as needed.
* Provide accurate HR data and reports to the People Team and key stakeholders across the business as requested.
* Maintain and effectively utilise the HR system.
* Support Line Managers with note-taking and guidance during investigations.
Other information
Personal Attributes
* Proactive and self-motivated.
* Friendly, approachable, and able to build positive relationships at all levels.
* Discreet and trustworthy, always maintaining confidentiality.
* Adaptable and flexible, able to manage changing priorities effectively.
* Strong team player who can also work independently.
* Confident communicator with a professional and helpful attitude
Skills and Experience Required
Essential
* A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 including Maths and English.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint.
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and use initiative to manage tasks effectively.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to manage queries effectively.
Desirable
* CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) or working towards one.
* Previous experience using a HR system.
Other information
Part-time, Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm. Office-based.
We are offering a salary of up to £13,866.67 (£26,000 FTE) - dependent on experience.
Our company benefits package
* Life Assurance cover - x2 annual salary
* Health cash plan
* Enhanced pensions contributions - 5% employer contributions
* Flexible holidays - buy and sell options
* Cycle to work scheme
* Money @ Work Schemes - Savings, loans and flexible credit
* Discount on a range of products and services within Markey Group
* Charitable giving