HR Administrator (12-Month FTC, with view to go perm depending on business needs)
Location: St Albans
Hours: Monday to Friday 9-5pm
Salary: Up to £28,000 DOE
About Us
My client is a progressive, client-focused law firm based in St Albans. They pride themselves on there people-first culture and strong values, offering a supportive and professional environment where individuals can thrive.
The Role
They are seeking a proactive People Assistant to join our Practice Support Group for a one-year fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Head of People, you’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service across the firm. This is a varied and hands-on role supporting all areas of the employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to compliance and training.
Key Responsibilities
Provide admin support across all HR processes
Co-ordinate inductions and ensure a positive new starter experience
Support the recruitment process with any related administration
Administer and maintain the HR system and support benefits and compliance
Assist in organising firm-wide training, events, and internal HR initiatives
Produce letters, contracts, reports, and maintain accurate employee records
Diary management for the Head of People and team
Skills & Experience
Solid admin experience in a fast-paced environment (HR experience preferred)
Minimum 2 years in an HR or office support role
CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable
Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and time management
Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
Benefits:
Holiday: 25 days + bank
Pension scheme
Parking on site
Employee Assistance Programme.
Health cashback
Career progression and training.
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