HR SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £16.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 January 2026 |
| Location: | Chatham, Kent, ME5 7NW |
| Company: | HR GO Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HR/9887/HRGO_1769178668 |
Summary
HR ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT
We are seeking a reliable and organised HR Administration Support professional to assist on a temporary cover. This role is ideal for someone with strong HR knowledge and excellent administration skills who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day HR administrative support, including maintaining accurate employee records and HRIS data entry
- Manage onboarding and offboarding processes (contracts, new starter documentation, inductions, exit paperwork)
- Assist with payroll administration and liaise with payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate submissions
- Prepare HR paperwork, letters, and reports; support with basic HR metrics and data analysis
- Coordinate training and development activities, including arranging sessions and tracking attendance
- Support recruitment administration: job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communications and reference checks
- Respond to routine employee enquiries and escalate complex issues to HR advisors or line managers
- Ensure compliance with company policies and employment law, maintaining confidentiality at all times
- General office administration tasks as required (filing, mail, office supplies)
Skills and experience required:
- Proven experience in HR administration or similar HR/administrative role
- Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
- Familiarity with HR processes (onboarding, payroll support, record keeping) and HR systems/HRIS
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable working with databases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional, customer-focused manner
- Ability to prioritise competing tasks, work to deadlines and maintain confidentiality
- Team player who can also work independently and use initiative
Desirable:
- CIPD qualification (or working towards) or equivalent HR training
- Experience with payroll processes and HR software
This will be working Monday to Friday - 30 hours per week on a temporary basis for around 4 - 6 weeks.
To apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're a good fit for the role. Applications will be reviewed on receipt.