HR Administrator

HR Administrator

Location: Manchester (hybrid – 1–2 days per week on-site) Contract: 6-month Fixed Term Contract, with a view to permanent Salary: £30,000 per annum

The Role

We’re recruiting for an HR Administrator to join a well-established FMCG business, working closely with the HR team to deliver an efficient, accurate and professional HR administrative service.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR Administrator to join a fast-paced manufacturing/FMCG environment, supporting the full employee lifecycle and playing a key role in keeping HR processes running smoothly. The role is offered on an initial 6-month FTC basis, with strong potential to move to a permanent position for the right candidate.

You’ll report into the Lead HR Business Partner and provide administrative support across employee records, recruitment, employee relations and HR compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain accurate employee information and system changes within the HR system (SuccessFactors), ensuring records are up to date and compliant with HR processes
• Manage the HR shared inbox, responding to routine employee queries and escalating more complex matters to the appropriate HR Business Partner or specialist
• Maintain accurate employee files and employee relations (ER) records, ensuring appropriate documentation, traceability and confidentiality; collate information for periodic reporting
• Provide effective administrative support for employee relations activities, including meeting note-taking, correspondence and preparation of HR letters
• Coordinate occupational health referrals across multiple sites, ensuring services are managed effectively and in line with agreed KPIs
• Maintain and update HR documentation, including job descriptions, policies, procedures, forms and template correspondence
• Provide administrative support throughout the recruitment and employee lifecycle, including interview coordination, pre-employment checks and onboarding
• Support employee engagement and communication activities, including inclusion & belonging initiatives, company updates, recognition and employee forums
• Maintain awareness of relevant employment legislation and HR best practice, ensuring administrative processes remain compliant and effective
• Produce and maintain HR correspondence, reports and documentation, providing general administrative support to the HR function
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives, providing administrative coordination and support

About You

• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or working towards)
• Previous experience working in an FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing environment is desirable
• Strong IT skills, with confidence using HR systems
• Excellent attention to detail, highly organised and process-minded
• Discreet, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Self-motivated, with strong resilience and a proactive approach
• Confident communicator, credible enough to advise on day-to-day operational HR queries

What’s on Offer

• £30,000 per annum
• 6-month FTC with a genuine view to permanent employment
• Hybrid working, with 1–2 days per week based in Manchester
• The opportunity to join a well-known, established FMCG business at an exciting time for the HR function

Please direct applications to Imogen Parr: [email removed]