HR Administrator - £35,000 - £50,000 - Cambridge – Hybrid Working


Wise May are currently recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing defence organisation for a People Administrator / Advisor to join their expanding Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity reporting into the People Operations Partner. The role is collaborative, within a high-growth environment, offering excellent exposure across the wider business alongside fantastic progression opportunities.
This is a full-time permanent opportunity offering hybrid working alongside a flexible, output-focused culture. Our client is looking for a highly organised and adaptable individual who is comfortable working within a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting a busy People function across a broad range of HR administration and Advisor responsibilities.


HR Administrator duties and responsibilities:
* Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Operations team
* Support onboarding processes for new starters across the business
* Prepare contracts, onboarding documentation and HR paperwork
* Manage employee records and maintain HR systems accurately
* Support benefits administration including private medical and pension queries
* Assist with coordinating Employee Resource Groups and internal initiatives
* Schedule meetings, interviews and onboarding sessions
* Assist with process improvements and wider People projects
* Provide general HR support across multiple departments within the business
* Proactive and solutions-focused mindset with the ability to use initiative and adapt quickly to changing priorities
* Willing to support across a broad range of responsibilities and approach ad hoc tasks with a positive attitude
* Able to think practically and independently when resolving problems and improving processes


HR Administrator key skills and experience required:
* Previous experience in a similar HR or People role
* Strong organisational and administrative skills
* Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment
* Excellent attention to detail
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Proactive and adaptable approach to work
* Confident managing multiple priorities simultaneously
* Strong Microsoft Office skills
* Experience within a scaling, technical or professional services environment would be advantageous
Company Benefits:
* Hybrid working
* Private medical insurance
* Catered lunches
* Regular social events and company celebrations
* Stocked office kitchen and refreshments
* Travel expenses covered where required
* 25 days annual leave
* Company equipment provided
* Excellent progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business