HR Administrator

HR & Recruitment Assistant - Royston   £26,000-£28,000 + Early Friday Finish + Excellent Benefits   I'm working with a fantastic company in Royston who are looking for an organised, people‑focused HR & Recruitment Assistant to join their team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is keen to build a career in HR, even if you don't have HR experience yet — as long as you're confident, organised, and strong administratively, they will train you.   If you enjoy supporting others, love variety in your day, and have excellent communication skills, this role would be a great fit.   What's on Offer -£28,000-£28,000 (DOE) -Early finish every Friday -25 days holiday + bank holidays -Healthcare platform -Employee discount platforms -Onsite parking -Supportive team, great culture, fantastic development opportunities   The Role You'll support the HR Manager across HR admin, recruitment and some reception duties, giving you exposure to every part of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding and inductions to recruitment and general HR support. It's a varied, people‑centric role where no two days look the same.   Key Responsibilities HR Administration Updating HR systems, employee files and absence records Preparing letters, documentation and supporting with policy updates Minute‑taking in meetings and supporting wider HR projects (engagement, wellbeing, training) Supporting payroll in the HR Manager's absence Coordinating uniform stock and access fobs for employees Recruitment Support Posting job adverts internally and externally Screening CVs and coordinating interviews with managers and candidates Preparing interview packs and greeting candidates on-site Managing onboarding, issuing new starter paperwork and delivering inductions Building positive relationships with recruitment agencies Reception & Office Support Welcoming visitors and managing incoming calls Coordinating meeting rooms, travel arrangements and visitor requirements Managing post, parcels and maintaining a welcoming reception area About You This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a HR career without needing direct HR experience yet. The must‑haves are: Strong admin experience Excellent organisation and attention to detail Confident communication skills, written and verbal Ability to stay calm, multitask and juggle priorities Proficiency with Microsoft Office A positive, proactive, "can‑do" attitude Genuine interest in HR and people‑focused work If you love being the person who keeps things running smoothly and you enjoy helping others, this could be the perfect next step. Please apply within