Job Advert: HR Administrative Assistant Location: Police Headquarters, Penrith Department: Human Resources Rate: £12.57 per hour PAYE / £16.53 per hour Umbrella Contract: Temporary (while a departmental review is undertaken) Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Full-time, flexi scheme available) Working Pattern: Full-time in the office for the first month Hybrid working available thereafter (2 days from home per week) About the Role Cumbria Constabulary is seeking a HR Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to our Human Resources team based at Police HQ, Penrith. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong administrative background and interest in HR to contribute to a busy and professional team during a period of departmental review. Key Responsibilities Provide general clerical and administrative support across the HR team Maintain and manage electronic filing systems and HR data Act as a point of contact for internal and external queries via phone, email, or in person Liaise with internal departments and external organisations, including other police forces Assist in organising meetings and taking part where appropriate Ensure accurate and timely data entry and management of HR records Top 3 Key Skills Accuracy – strong attention to detail is essential for maintaining high-quality HR records Communication – excellent interpersonal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders Prioritisation – ability to manage conflicting priorities and workload in a dynamic environment Candidate Requirements Essential: Experience in administration and data management Ability to deal professionally with confidential and sensitive information GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4 or above) Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Comfortable working in a team and independently Desirable: Previous experience working in an HR environment HR qualification (or willingness to work towards one) Additional Information You’ll be part of a supportive HR team, working closely with HR Advisors and the HR Manager. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain insight into all aspects of HR with potential for further development. Candidates must be able to work on-site full-time for the first month of employment before moving to a hybrid model. To Apply To express your interest or request further information, please contact: (url removed)