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HR Administrator

Interaction RecruitmentPeterborough, Cambridgeshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 21 Oct 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£30k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
On Site
Location
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
RecruitingOnboardingMicrosoft OfficePayroll

Job Description

HR Administrator

Location: Peterborough
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00am 5:15pm; Friday, 9:00am 4:00pm
Contract: Initial three-month temporary contract, with the possibility of an extension or permanent opportunity
Working arrangement: Office-based during onboarding, then three days in the office and two days working from home once settled into the role

We re looking for a proactive HR Administrator to join a small, growing HR department at a well-established business in Peterborough. You ll be the first point of contact for HR administration, supporting the HR Officer and HR Business Partner with the day-to-day running of the department.

This role would suit someone with a strong can-do attitude who is organised, approachable and happy to pitch in where needed.

The role
  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR Officer and HR Business Partner

  • Act as the first point of contact for routine HR queries, directing more complex matters to the appropriate person

  • Maintain accurate employee records and update HR systems

  • Support recruitment administration, including arranging interviews and preparing new starter paperwork

  • Assist with onboarding, inductions and leaver processes

  • Prepare letters, contracts and other HR documents

  • Record absence, holidays and changes to employee details

  • Provide accurate information to payroll

  • Keep training records and compliance documents up to date

  • Help keep HR processes and paperwork organised as the department grows

What we re looking for
  • Previous administration experience; HR experience would be an advantage

  • A strong can-do attitude and willingness to support a small team

  • Good organisation and attention to detail

  • Clear communication skills and a helpful, approachable manner

  • Confidence handling confidential information

  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

  • The ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines

  • CIPD Level 3 would be desirable, but is not essential

To apply, please send your CV to Interaction Recruitment or contact our team for more information.

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