Job Description

Our growing business has been all about British apples and pears since 1947.

From father to son, every day for over 75 years, our family business is growing. We innovate and change but our values always stay the same. We’re a team who pride ourselves on the Goatham’s way, passionate about growing the very best quality British apples and pears.

An opportunity has arisen for a professional and proactive individual to join our team in the role of HR Administrator.. The purpose of this role is to play a part in providing administrative support with areas of the HR cycle which may include resourcing, employee relations, absence management, learning and development, performance management, reward and benefits and HR reporting. Our HR team are in a period of transition and as a result, we are in the process of defining each team members’ responsibilities; therefore, some of the below responsibilities may be subject to change.

HR Administrator - Responsibilities may include:

* Maintaining and updating the internal HR databases; enter, upload, cleanse and remove data and documentation in accordance with GDPR guidelines

* Develop effective working relationships with stakeholders and employees to enable the delivery of a first-class HR service. Respond to basic HR related queries and provide data/information where required.

* Supporting with new starter process together with the induction and onboarding of new hires to provide a seamless experience

* Supporting with the administration of any contractual changes and the end-to-end leaver process

* Providing data for key HR metrics and KPI’s

* Filing of electronic personnel documentation and carrying out audits as and when required

* Tracking of time and attendance data to support the sickness management process

* Support with recruitment practices by supporting with the advertising of vacancies, carrying out screening telephone conversations and arranging interviews

* Assisting with training course bookings, collating of training information and feedback.

* Produce various HR related documents and letters as and when required

* Reception cover on an ad-hoc basis

Our perfect HR Administrator would have:

* CIPD Level 3 (desirable) or an NVQ in Business Administration

* A professional individual with hands-on administrative experience with an exposure to HR

* Able to apply and interpret policies and procedures effectively; holds others accountable

* Upholds confidentiality and engages everyone with respect

* Well organised and efficient; proactive in approach with a focus on providing excellent customer service

* A creative thinker; challenges the norm and suggest ideas for improvement

* Highly proficient in all MS Office packages

* The ability to operate and thrive within a fast paced environment whilst working well under pressure; prioritises effectively to meet deadlines

The hours you would work:

Monday to Friday, 8.00am-5.00pm (40 hours per week). We are also open to being flexible or considering part-time hours

HR Administrator - What else we can offer you:

* 28 days holiday including bank holidays (with an opportunity to earn more holiday based on your length of service)

* Pension scheme

* Fortnightly pay

* Learning and development opportunities

* Discretionary Christmas bonus

* Free onsite parking

* Access to free Wi-Fi

* Free fresh fruit