HR and Compliance Administrator

About the role

We are looking for a highly organised and detail‑oriented HR and Compliance Administrator to support both HR and compliance functions. The role will manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding to leavers, maintain accurate records, assist with payroll, and ensure adherence to internal procedures and external audit requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding, process employment references, right‑to‑work checks and DBS checks where required.
• Prepare contracts, amendments and manage probation reviews.
• Process employee leavers and maintain up‑to‑date employee records.
• Collate payroll data (starters, leavers, changes, sickness, holiday) and submit within deadlines.
• Maintain confidential HR files and databases in line with GDPR.
• Validate documentation for internal and external compliance, perform eligibility checks and regular compliance audits.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets, databases and compliance records for audits and inspections.
• Support external audit visits and ensure all documentation is readily available.

Required profile

• Strong organisational abilities and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in HR administration is advantageous but not essential; full training will be provided.
• Ability to work independently in a fully office‑based environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to handle confidential information.

Required skills

What we offer

• £28,000 per annum salary.
• Full‑time, Monday‑to‑Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
• Office‑based role in Leeds City Centre (LS1).
• Opportunity for professional development in HR and compliance.