HR Administrator

Job Title: HR Administrator Location: Maidenhead  Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday) Overview We are seeking a proactive HR Administrator to provide a professional and efficient HR support service within a busy HR Services team. The role will involve delivering high-quality administrative and advisory support to employees and managers, ensuring consistency, compliance, and a strong customer-focused approach across all HR processes. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line HR support to managers and employees via phone and email Handle a range of employee relations queries, escalating where appropriate Maintain accurate employee records on the HR system (MyHR) Produce management information and reports as required Support onboarding processes including right to work checks and pre-employment screening Issue employment documentation including contracts, offer letters, and benefits information Process employee changes (salary, promotions, hours) and update HR systems accordingly Administer payroll inputs, check trial payslips, and liaise with payroll providers Manage employee references and contractual documentation Support annual pay review and bonus processes Maintain HR systems, records, and electronic filing Administer employee benefits (e.g. pension, Bupa) Ensure HR policies, forms, and portals are kept up to date and compliant with UK legislation including GDPR Identify opportunities to improve and streamline HR processes Requirements Previous administration experience (HR or payroll experience desirable but not essential) Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong attention to detail and data accuracy Proficient in Microsoft Office Customer-focused with a proactive and positive approach Ability to work effectively within a team Desirable Knowledge of Oracle HR systems