Opportunity – Full Time | Permanent
Location: Derby City Centre
Start Date: End of July (early start negotiable)
Salary: £27,000 – £32,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time, office-based (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm)
A growing international engineering and construction organisation is seeking a highly organised HR Administrator to join their UK-based HR function, based in Derby. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to further develop their HR career in a supportive and expanding business.
About the Role
Working closely with the HR Manager, the successful candidate will support a wide range of HR administrative responsibilities, including:
* Managing internal and external recruitment postings and interview coordination
* Issuing employment offers and contracts accurately and efficiently
* Supporting onboarding and induction processes across multiple sites
* Maintaining employee records, holiday tracking, and training compliance documentation
* Creating and distributing a monthly company newsletter
* Providing ad hoc support and HR presence at sites across the UK and occasional travel to our Head Office in Limerick, Ireland
* Supporting payroll and ensuring timely submission of employment documentation
* Upholding GDPR compliance and company policies
This is a hands-on role that requires a strong administrative foundation and excellent attention to detail.
Essential Experience & Qualifications
* Have experience within HR / administration environment
* Strong IT literacy (MS Office, especially Excel)
* Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
* Highly organised with excellent communication skills
Desirable Experience
* Experience working in the construction or engineering sector
* Familiarity with Irish Employment Law
* Prior use of HRIS systems such as MidlandHR
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary (£27,000–£32,000 depending on experience)
* Generous pension scheme – 7% employer contribution
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata; 3 days allocated to Christmas closure)
* Private healthcare and life assurance
* Opportunities to work across the UK and Ireland as part of a growing, international group
* Supportive team environment and ongoing career development opportunities