The Opportunity
Full-time | Permanent
£27,000–£29,000 FTE

Nigel Wright are delighted to be supporting a well-established organisation in the North East as they look to recruit a HR Administrator to join their Human Resources team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with strong administrative skills who is looking to develop their experience within a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities
The Role

Reporting into the HR Business Partner, the HR Administrator will provide comprehensive administrative support across the full employee lifecycle. The role plays a key part in ensuring HR processes run smoothly, accurately, and in compliance with employment legislation.

You will act as a first point of contact for routine HR queries and will work closely with managers and employees to deliver a positive and professional HR service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR function
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems
• Support recruitment activity, including vacancy advertising, interview coordination, and offer documentation
• Assist with onboarding and induction processes for new starters
• Process employee lifecycle changes such as contracts, promotions, and leavers
• Prepare HR documentation including contracts, letters, and reports
• Provide accurate employee information to support payroll processes
• Respond to HR-related queries from employees and managers
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and data protection requirements
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About you

• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or working towards), or equivalent HR experience
• Previous experience in an HR Administrator or similar role (typically 1–3 years)
• Working knowledge of HR processes and employment practices
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience using HR systems or databases

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organised with strong time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proactive, flexible, and able to prioritise workload effectively

Next Steps
If you are interested in this role, please apply online or send your CV to