HR & Admin Executive
Industry: Designer toys and collectible pieces
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Job type: Full time Permanent
Salary: Up to £30K plus performance bonus
About POP MART
Founded in 2010, POP MART is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, and designer toy culture evangelism, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain. Besides our original and iconic IPs such as Molly, Hirono, Skullpanda, and LABUBU, POP MART collaborates with top-tier toys and lifestyle brands including Disney, Universal Studios, and Sanrio to create collectible art toys featuring their iconic characters.
POP MART has established a strong presence across key European markets, including the UK, France, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain. As part of our strategic growth initiatives, we are focused on expanding our retail network into additional high-potential markets across Europe, continuing to strengthen our brand's position in the region.
For more information, please visit www.popmart.com and our LinkedIn Career page.
What to Expect
POP MART is a fast-paced company with a young and multicultural team where you can expect to:
* Support both HR and administrative functions within the regional office
* Gain experience in cross-border HR operations and regional administrative support
* Contribute to a collaborative, high-growth environment with strong exposure to business operations
* Work in a dynamic, diverse, and creative industry
Benefits
POP MART offers our employees:
* Selected POP MART toys as appreciation gifts every month
* A structured bonus scheme in line with the company’s and the individual’s performance
* Comprehensive training and development programs
* Regular team social events
* Paid rest breaks
The Role and Candidate
The HR & Admin Executive will provide day-to-day support for both people operations and office administration in POP MART’s European regional office. Reporting to the Regional HR Manager, this role ensures smooth coordination of travel, office logistics, documentation, and employee support.
The role supports regional corporate functions and does not include store-level responsibilities. It offers strong exposure to internal operations and requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
Responsibilities
HR Operations
* Support onboarding administration, documentation, and employee record maintenance
* Arrange interviews and support candidate communications, scheduling, and logistics
* Track leave, benefits, and contract timelines with attention to compliance and accuracy
* Assist with HR system data entry and file updates for the regional team
* Help coordinate performance reviews, training sessions, and employee engagement activities
* Act as a liaison with external HR service providers (e.g. benefits, work visa support)
Administration and Office Support
* Take ownership of all travel arrangements for the regional office, including flights, accommodation, visa letters, itineraries, and internal approvals
* Manage office expenses, vendor invoices, and basic finance coordination including tracking monthly budgets for supplies, travel, and services
* Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the office (supplies, courier, facility issues, desk setup, etc.)
* Coordinate team meetings, visitor arrangements, and regional event logistics
* Maintain relationships with office service providers (e.g. cleaning, repairs, subscriptions)
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
* Experience in HR and administrative support within an office environment
* Strong coordination skills, especially in managing travel arrangements, scheduling, and interview logistics
* Familiarity with office expense tracking, invoice handling, and budget follow-up
* Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Eligible to work in the UK
Desirable but Not Essential
* Background in retail, consumer brands, or other fast-paced environments
* Experience working in a regional or international business setting
* Familiarity with basic UK HR procedures or documentation standards