Overview
🌟 Join Us as an HR Administrator at Forge Holiday Group! 🌟
* Contract: 6 month Fixed Term Contract
* Salary: £24,784.50 per annum
* Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 9am until 5:30pm
* Location: Hybrid/ Office working at Chester head office.
Forge Holiday Group are home to Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays, and Bachcare in New Zealand. Together, we operate under four core values: One Business One Team, Keep it Simple, Grow & Learn, Sustainable Impact. We’re passionate about creating exceptional experiences for both our customers and our people.
About The Role
We’re looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented HR Administrator to join our People & Culture team. Reporting to the HR Shared Services Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering a professional and efficient HR administration service across the business.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a people-first organisation, ensuring a seamless and high-quality employee experience aligned with our service standards and KPIs.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
* Producing accurate HR documentation including offers, contracts, changes, and leavers
* Managing employment references and pre-employment checks (e.g. criminal record checks)
* Processing payroll data accurately within strict monthly deadlines
* Maintaining and updating HR systems with high levels of accuracy
* Managing queries via the central HR inbox, delivering excellent customer service
* Producing organisational charts and supporting invoice management
* Ensuring right-to-work documentation is verified and compliant
* Collaborating with the wider People & Culture team to maintain consistent standards
* Ensuring full compliance with GDPR when handling employee data
What You’ll Bring
To be successful in this role, you’ll have:
* Previous HR administration experience
* Strong organisational and planning skills
* Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Communicates clearly and professionally
* Strong Microsoft Office skills (in particular, Excel and Word) and the ability to adapt to different software
* Thinks creatively and problem-solve effectively
Although standouts will also have
* CIPD Level 3 qualification or relevant degree (HR, Business, etc.)
* Experience of working within a Shared Services environment
* Familiarity with HR systems
Forge Holiday Group Benefits (Pro Rata)
* ✈️ 33 days’ holiday(including bank holidays), plus up to 5 extra with long service.
* 🌴 Option to purchase extra holiday days if you wish.
* 🎂 A day off for your birthday
* ✋🏻 2 volunteering days per year.
* 🍼 Enhanced parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at full pay).
* 🔒 Pension scheme with employer contributions
* 🏠 Discounted and last-minute stays at Forest Holidays and Sykes Cottages for you, your friends & family.
* 🛍️ Special offers and discounts designed to enhance your overall wellbeing.
* ❤️🩹Health cash plan & life assurance.
* 📈 Training & development opportunities.
* 💛 24/7 mental health support.
* 🏋🏻♂️ On-site gym and parking at Chester HQ (near train station).
* 🐖 Employee savings scheme
* 🎉Long service awards and company events
We’re all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask.
✨ If you’re ready to bring your expertise and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
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