HR Administrator – Temporary Maternity Cover

About the role

We are looking for an HR Administrator to join our Harrow office on a 1‑year fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave. The role offers a broad range of HR administrative duties and is ideal for a proactive, highly organised professional.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR queries, managing the shared inbox and directing enquiries.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding, prepare starter documentation and conduct Right‑to‑Work checks.
• Manage employee off‑boarding, ensuring all paperwork and procedures are completed.
• Prepare routine HR correspondence such as letters for starters, leavers, promotions, and contractual changes.
• Liaise with managers, Payroll and Finance to process payroll‑related changes accurately.
• Maintain and update the HR system, keeping employee records secure and compliant.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits and compliance activities.
• Administer the DBS process from start to finish.
• Provide general office administration, including security access cards and document archiving.
• Cover reception and post‑room duties during absences and support HR projects.

Required profile

• Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within HR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Customer‑focused with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and able to work independently.

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Teams

What we offer

• Annual salary between £30,000 and £33,000.
• Full‑time, temporary contract with a clear end date.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive HR team within a reputable recruitment firm.