Education

HR Administrator

Salary:
£18 - £22 per hour
Job Ref:
JN -092025-219221_1757086183
Date Posted:
5th September 2025
Job Type:
Temporary

Are you an organised and proactive HR Administrator looking to take the next step in your career? A leading university in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated professional to join their HR team and provide vital support across the full employee lifecycle. This is a full time temporary ongoing assignment paying between £18-£22 per hour.

As the HR Administrator, you'll be the first point of contact for HR queries, delivering a professional, efficient, and confidential service. You'll play a key role in supporting recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and HR reporting, helping ensure the smooth running of HR operations and an excellent experience for staff across the university.

What you'll be doing:

  • Coordinating recruitment campaigns, preparing documentation, and supporting pre-employment checks.

  • Processing payroll changes, contract updates, and maintaining accurate records on the HR system.

  • Administering onboarding for new starters and managing leaver processes.

  • Recording and monitoring staff absences, while providing first-line advice on policies and procedures.

  • Supporting the production of HR reports and ensuring personnel files are GDPR compliant.

  • Contributing to HR projects, initiatives, and wider university events.

What we're looking for:

  • CIPD Level 3 (or equivalent HR qualification).

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Level 2.

  • Previous experience in HR administration and strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, HR systems).

  • Excellent organisational skills with great attention to detail.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a diverse community.

  • Proactive, adaptable, and motivated to deliver a high-quality service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR Administrator who is passionate about people, values inclusivity, and wants to contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking HR team within a respected Birmingham university.

Why join?

You'll be part of a collaborative team that champions staff wellbeing, diversity, and development. The HR Administrator will also benefit from involvement in wider university activities and events, offering variety and opportunities to grow.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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