HR / People Administrator | Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire

WJ; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive HR / People Administrator to join our team in Newcastle-under-Lyme. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our HR processes while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure meticulous data integrity and quality in all HR records, reporting, and documentation.
2. Take ownership of HR administration, including processing new joiners and leavers, maintaining employee records, and generating reports.
3. Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing timely and effective responses in-person, via telephone, and via email.
4. Support absence and performance management processes with accuracy and discretion.
5. Collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures.
6. Assist in recruitment processes, contributing to a seamless and efficient experience for candidates and hiring managers.
7. Support the planning and execution of company and team events.
8. Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

1. Proactive self-starter with strong problem-solving skills.
2. Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
3. Resilient, adaptable, and detail-oriented.
4. Able to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Proficient in HRIS – ideally knowledge of IFS HCM but not essential, Microsoft Office, and data analysis.
6. Strong communication skills with a customer-service focus.
7. Knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and best practice.

Working Hours: This is a full-time role, usually Monday to Friday – 9am – 5pm.

What’s in It for You? If you want to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth, we offer:

1. Annual bonus
2. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata)
3. Healthcare cash plan (provided by Health Shield)
4. Complete on-the-job training and ongoing professional development
5. The opportunity to contribute to an industry-leading team

If you are driven, detail-oriented, and eager to make a meaningful impact, apply today and take the next step in your HR career!

Closing date for applications is 3pm, Friday 18 April 2025.

Become part of a company that has led the road marking industry from our inception. Shape the future with WJ. Apply now!

WJ are a Disability Committed employer – If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application/recruitment process, please reach out to us directly at [e-mail].

WJ is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement before any stated closing date should we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage candidates to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. All applications received prior to the closing date will be considered equally, and the recruitment process will be conducted fairly and transparently.