Senior Project Administrator
| Posting date: | 22 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 December 2025 |
| Location: | Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3WE |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4746893_1763811226 |
Summary
Position: Senior Project Administrator
Contract duration: 6 months
Location: Slough (hybrid)
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Project Administrator to support the Talent Management Practice at a strategic inflection point. This contractor will work closely with senior leaders and interface with a wide range of stakeholders across the talent community and broader business, building rapport quickly, fostering trust, and enabling cross-functional collaboration to support the delivery of a newly defined global talent strategy. The role requires agility, precision, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive project coordination and administrative support across multiple Talent Management activities and projects.
* Manage calendars, meetings, Talent Management documentation ad files, and follow-ups with accuracy and discretion.
* Track project milestones, risks, and deliverables using structured tools and templates.
* Support budget tracking, vendor coordination, and PO creation.
* Prepare high-quality presentations and excel data reports and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
* Ensure smooth collaboration across Talent Management and external partners.
* Build rapport quickly and work effectively with a wide range of internal stakeholders across talent and the broader business.
* Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and maintain momentum across diverse teams.
* Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
Required Skills & Experience
* Minimum 6 years' experience in project administration or coordination, ideally within HR or talent-related functions.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel and project management tools
* Experience supporting senior leaders and managing confidential information.
* Ability to work independently while being a collaborative team player.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence across varied stakeholder groups.
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