HR Administrator

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Northampton is seeking a Temporary Administrator to support a busy office team. This role involves providing day-to-day administrative support while assisting with ongoing HR projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will help maintain HR systems, manage documentation, and ensure GDPR compliance. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative role; HR administration experience is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Support HR-led project work, assisting with coordination and maintaining documentation.
• Update HR systems, databases, and spreadsheets with accurate employee data.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Morgan McKinley, Northern Home Counties are proud to partner with a well-established business based in Northampton, who are looking for a Temporary Administrator to support a busy office team, with a focus on HR-related project work.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support while assisting with ongoing HR projects and initiatives. This role is office-based, 5 days per week.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support including filing, data entry, and document management
• Support HR-led project work, assisting with coordination, tracking actions, and maintaining documentation
• Maintain and update HR systems, databases, and spreadsheets with accurate employee data
• Assist with preparation of HR reports, project updates, and documentation
• Manage the HR inbox and respond to queries where appropriate
• Support onboarding and offboarding administration, ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and on time
• Assist with scheduling meetings, interviews, and project-related workshops
• Ensure records are maintained in line with GDPR and company policies
• Answer and direct incoming calls and emails in a professional manner
• Provide administrative support to the wider business as required
• Provide absence cover for team members as needed
• Perform additional ad hoc administrative duties

Person Specification

• Previous experience in an administrative role; HR administration experience is advantageous
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Comfortable supporting project work and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

Salary: Competitive hourly rate based on experience

This is an excellent opportunity for an administrator looking to gain exposure to HR project work within a supportive and professional environment.