HR & Office Administrator (FTC - Maternity Cover)
Contract: Up to 14‑month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Start Date: Mid‑March 2026
Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday-Friday (flexible between 9:00-17:00)
Location: Remote / Home‑based
Potential for the role to become permanent
Role Overview
This part‑time maternity cover position provides standalone HR administrative support across the organisation. Reporting to the Deputy Managing Director and Operations Director, the HR & Office Administrator will act as the first point of contact for HR‑related queries and manage daily HR administration for the full employee lifecycle. This role is ideally suited to a proactive individual with prior HR experience who is confident working independently in a remote environment.
Key Responsibilities
HR Administration
Maintain the HR electronic filing system and handle all HR correspondence.
Administer all employee lifecycle documentation (starters, changes, leavers) in line with company processes.
Ensure timely communication with payroll regarding new starters, leavers and monthly salary changes.
Recruitment & Onboarding
Coordinate recruitment activity, acting as the first point of contact for applicants and recruitment agencies. Schedule interviews and support onboarding requirements for new starters.
Benefits & Compliance
Support the coordination and administration of company benefit schemes.
Manage employee data in line with GDPR and best data protection practices.
Security Vetting Support
Support the Security Officer with vetting applications and associated documentation.
Ensure timely submission of vetting applications and chase outstanding information.
General Administration
Arrange internal meetings and company events as required.
Maintain consultant time‑recording information in Clockify, including project codes, new starters and leavers.
Provide additional administrative and ad‑hoc support to the wider business.
Essential Skills & Experience
Previous experience in a similar HR administrative role.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Highly organised, detail‑oriented and able to manage multiple priorities independently.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to draft professional business correspondence.
Professional, credible and able to handle confidential information with integrity.
Good general education; CIPD Level 3 is desirable.
Eligibility Requirements
Must have the right to work in the UK and provide appropriate documentation.
Must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.
Must be eligible and willing to undergo National Security Vetting, including:
A minimum of 5 years continuous UK residency
Meeting nationality restrictions where applicable
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