A leading international law firm is seeking an HR Administrator to join its London HR team on a 12‑month fixed term contract. This is a varied, hands‑on role supporting the day‑to‑day running of HR operations within a fast‑paced professional services environment.
The Role
You’ll work closely with HR Managers and the wider HR team, providing high‑quality administrative support and ensuring HR processes run smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the HR inbox and responding to employee and partner queries
- Maintaining HR files and electronic records
- Drafting standard HR correspondence, including letters and references
- Updating and maintaining key HR spreadsheets and structure charts
- Supporting recruitment and onboarding, including interview scheduling and job requisitions
- Acting as a Workday super user, processing joiners and leavers, running reports and escalating system issues
- Processing invoices, expenses and overtime reports
- Administering key HR processes such as leavers, long‑service milestones and employee gifts
- Providing cover for other HR team members when required
- Assisting with ad‑hoc HR projects and administrative tasks
Skills & Experience
- Previous administrative experience in an office environment (HR experience preferred)
- Strong organisation skills with excellent attention to detail
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong grammar and spelling
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
- Interest in and openness to using AI tools
- Proactive, flexible and willing to take on new responsibilities
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced team environment while managing multiple deadlines
Why Apply
- Join a high‑performing HR team within a top‑tier law firm
- Gain exposure to a broad range of HR operations and systems
- Excellent benefits, including private medical cover, pension, wellbeing support and office perks
- Supportive culture with a strong focus on training and development
- Central London office location