HR Administrator – Brentwood (Hybrid)

About the role

We are supporting a financial services business near Brentwood in hiring a confident HR Administrator. You will be a key member of the people team, providing organised, customer‑focused support across the full employee lifecycle in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, escalating when necessary.
• Manage HR inboxes and maintain accurate employee records.
• Prepare HR documentation, coordinate meetings and take notes.
• Record and manage absence data, including Return‑to‑Work documentation.
• Support recruitment and onboarding, preparing offers, coordinating inductions and completing pre‑employment checks.
• Coordinate leaver processes, update systems and support exit procedures.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Support office and facilities coordination, liaising with suppliers and contractors.

Required profile

• Previous experience in HR administration or a similar role.
• Experience working with HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Proactive problem‑solver who can thrive in a varied team environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Starting salary around £28,000 per year.
• Hybrid working options.
• 24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Healthcare and other benefits.
• Progression and development opportunities.