People Administrator

£13.60- £14.00

8-12 Weeks

Immediate Start

We are supporting a valued client in recruiting a proactive, highly organised People Administrator to join a fast‑paced, high‑energy People team on a temporary basis for 8-12 weeks. This is an office‑based role in Elland (HX5) and requires someone who can start immediately.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support across HR, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, and Communications within the UK, while also collaborating with colleagues across a global People function.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver end‑to‑end administration for onboarding, contractual changes, and leavers

• Maintain accurate employee records across HRIS and time & attendance platforms

• Support the transition of offline administrative tasks into the HR system, ensuring smooth adoption and answering queries in person, via Teams video calls, Teams chat, and occasional phone calls

• Track, update, and audit employee data to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Collate, check, and submit monthly payroll data; resolve pay‑related queries

• Act as the initial point of contact for HR and system queries across all levels of the business

• Oversee shared inboxes, trackers, and documentation libraries

• Support the rollout and administration of a new HR platform

• Assist with data reporting, policy updates, and evolving People team initiatives

What Makes This Role Unique

This is a high‑interaction, high‑energy People team. The successful candidate will regularly engage with colleagues at all levels - from Operatives to senior leaders, giving you excellent exposure at this level.

About You

• Experience with HR systems

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook

• Comfortable working across multiple systems and learning new platforms quickly

• Able to handle confidential information with absolute discretion

• Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure

• Professional, approachable communicator who engages well with others

• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to team culture

• HR or payroll administration experience is beneficial but not essential

Working Hours & Environment

• 37.5 hours per week (8.5‑hour day including 1‑hour unpaid break)

• Flexible start times between 06:30-10:00

• Finish between 15:00-18:30, depending on start time

• Office‑based role with occasional travel for collaboration or events

• Busy, collaborative, people‑focused workspace

Pay & Benefits

• £13.66-£14 per hour

• Free on‑site parking

Additional Information

This is an immediate‑start temporary role and is not suitable for candidates currently in permanent employment.