We are currently seeking an experienced administrator to work in our HR Department in Head Office. Belfast based multi-channel retailer Argento was founded in 1997 and has now grown to 25 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Argentos excellent reputation for excellent customer service and quality has enabled them to secure top designer brands such as Pandora, Nomination, Swarovski and more! As well as being known as the number one destination for branded jewellery Argento have a number of own branded ranges designed in house. These include Karma and August Wood; these brands are fresh, fun and exclusive to the Argento customer. Further information: Job Title: HR and Office Administrator Location: Head Office, Belfast, BT4 Contract: 1-year Fixed Term Contract Hours of Work: Monday Friday, 0800 1630 Whats on offer: Salary: £25,500 - £28,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience Location: Hybrid working after training/induction (We work 3 set days in the office (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday) and 2 days working from home (Wednesday and Friday) Carparking Generous Staff discount following probation period Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme (NEST) Company events Job Summary Reporting directly to the HR Manager, this is a generalist administrative role, with theability to support the HR team, Managing Director and Department Heads on a variety of topics and take ownership of a wide range of administrative responsibilities from absence management, recruitment and onboarding, booking company travel and maintaining records. Key Accountabilities Oversee the whole recruitment process, create recruitment packs, create and maintain adverts, provide support with shortlisting and scheduling interviews. Prepare and send appropriate correspondence to applicants and managers and keep recruitment records up to date Maintain all admin related matters post recruitment Manage and proactively organise the return of all recruitment related paperwork Send letter of offer, employee contracts and ensuring they are signed, returned and saved to personnel files. Provide end to end recruitment; including ensuring process complies with legislation, best practice and the recommendations of the Equality Commission (completing Article 55 / annual monitoring returns keeping records maintained) Setting up learning and development programmes to meet the needs of the company Assist in reviewing and developing existing procedures and implement new company policiesensuring they meet legislation and follow best practice Update and maintain efficient administrative and record keeping systems within the Human Resources Department and proactively manage HR systems in order to maintain data integrity e.g. attendance, sickness, lateness, AWOL Administer and ensure compliance with Health & Safety guidelines and advise on training requirements in store / send out Risk Assessments for completion annually / review returns / highlighting issues or concerns General administration duties to include, filing, photocopying, scanning, taking phone calls, issuing letters, maintaining records Ordering of company suppliers, i.e. stationery, replenishing tea/coffee orders etc Booking company travel travel covers work meetings/ events from corporate buying trips to Hong Kong to quarterly reviews in stores based in the UK. Assisting Managing Director with secretarial duties. Essential Criteria 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English grade C and educated to A Level standard or equivalent Preferable 1 years experience of providing HR or recruitment related administrative support Knowledge of HR best practice policies and procedures Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a confident, professional telephone manner Strong understanding and commitment to confidentiality and integrity Ability to prioritise work load and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills Excellent IT skills to include all aspects of Microsoft Office Motivated, pro-active, enthusiastic and friendly disposition Well presented, assertive, approachable and flexible attitude to work Desirable Criteria Degree in Human Resources Management or other business-related discipline A CIPD Level 3 or working towards it How to apply: Submit your CV and cover letter detailing how you meet the criteria. Looking forward to hearing from you! Skills: Communication Attention to detail Accuracy Microsoft Suite Time Management