HR Administrator

Job Title: Human Resources Administrator
Location: Poole  
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000  
Role: Permanent – Full time
 
A well-established and growing organisation is looking to appoint a professional, approachable and people-focused HR Administrator to join its Head Office team.
 
This is a varied and hands-on generalist HR role where you will act as a key point of contact for managers and employees across the business. You'll play a vital role in supporting people, promoting best practice, ensuring compliance, and helping to create a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
 
Working closely with operational and support teams across multiple locations, you will provide expert HR guidance throughout the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, performance management, training and wellbeing initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact while building strong relationships across the business.
 
Key Responsibilities:

Supporting the delivery of a compliant, effective and people-focused HR service
Providing guidance and support to managers on employee relations matters, policies and procedures
Managing onboarding processes, including right-to-work checks and new starter administration
Supporting recruitment activities, inductions and employee integration
Coordinating training and development initiatives across the business
Assisting with disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance management processes
Promoting employee engagement, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion initiatives
Maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation
Supporting policy development and ensuring HR procedures remain up to date
Producing HR reports and management information to support business decisions
Assisting with organisational change projects and people-related initiatives
Building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation 
What We're Looking For:

Previous experience within an HR Officer, HR Administrator, HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role
Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and its practical application
Experience supporting employee relations casework and people management processes
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and HR systems
Experience producing HR data and management reporting would be advantageous
CIPD Level 3 qualification preferred 
The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

Personable, approachable and highly professional
Confident supporting managers and employees at all levels
Proactive, organised and solutions-focused
Passionate about delivering an excellent employee experience
Able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Resilient, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement
A strong team player who builds positive working relationships 
Commutable Locations: Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Ringwood, Wimborne, Blandford Forum
 
If you're an experienced HR Officer, HR Advisor or HR professional looking for a varied role where you can make a genuine impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
This role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award‑winning multi‑sector recruiter. We believe that you matter and care about unlocking your full potential.
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The Legal Bit:
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