HR Administrator

Job Description:

Opportunity – Full Time | Permanent

Location: Derby City Centre
Start Date: End of July (early start negotiable)
Salary: £27,000 – £32,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time, office-based (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm)

A growing international engineering and construction organisation is seeking a highly organised HR Administrator to join their UK-based HR function, based in Derby. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to further develop their HR career in a supportive and expanding business.

About the Role

Working closely with the HR Manager, the successful candidate will support a wide range of HR administrative responsibilities, including:

• Managing internal and external recruitment postings and interview coordination
• Issuing employment offers and contracts accurately and efficiently
• Supporting onboarding and induction processes across multiple sites
• Maintaining employee records, holiday tracking, and training compliance documentation
• Creating and distributing a monthly company newsletter
• Providing ad hoc support and HR presence at sites across the UK and occasional travel to our Head Office in Limerick, Ireland
• Supporting payroll and ensuring timely submission of employment documentation
• Upholding GDPR compliance and company policies

This is a hands-on role that requires a strong administrative foundation and excellent attention to detail.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Have experience within HR / administration environment

• Strong IT literacy (MS Office, especially Excel)
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
• Highly organised with excellent communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in the construction or engineering sector
• Familiarity with Irish Employment Law
• Prior use of HRIS systems such as MidlandHR       

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary (£27,000–£32,000 depending on experience)
• Generous pension scheme – 7% employer contribution
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata; 3 days allocated to Christmas closure)
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Opportunities to work across the UK and Ireland as part of a growing, international group
• Supportive team environment and ongoing career development opportunities