Temporary HR Administrator (3–6 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Location: Remote (with occasional meetings in Manchester)
Contract: Temporary 3–6 months
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Resourcery Group are partnering with a growing Manchester based client to recruit a HR Administrator to join their team on a temporary basis for an initial 3-6 month temporary contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running and provide professional HR support across the full employee lifecycle during a busy period.

Working remotely, with occasional meetings in Manchester, you will play a key role in ensuring HR processes are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in line with current UK employment legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue contracts of employment, offer letters, and other employment documentation.
• Assist with the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new employees.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR systems.
• Process and manage sensitive and confidential HR information in accordance with GDPR.
• Support payroll processes by ensuring employees receive the correct pay and benefits.
• Produce compensation and benefits comparison reports for the Executive Team.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion while supporting health and safety initiatives across the organisation.
• Ensure employment policies and HR practices comply with current UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Provide administrative support to senior leaders on matters including salaries, redundancy, and employment law.
• Support HR projects and undertake general HR administration as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in an HR Administrator, HR Assistant, or HR Officer role.
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Available to start immediately.

Desirable

• Experience working within the education, charity, or not-for-profit sector.
• Experience using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• CIPD Level 5 qualification, or currently working towards it.

Working Arrangements

• Primarily remote working.
• Occasional attendance at meetings in Manchester.
• Immediate start preferred.
• Temporary role 3–6 months.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be proactive, organised, and capable of working independently while building positive relationships with managers and colleagues. They will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, maintaining confidentiality, and delivering a high-quality HR service from day one.