HR Administrator

About the Role

The HR team comprises 11 professionals and plays a key role in supporting the firm and our people. The team is responsible for delivering a high-quality HR service across the firm, supporting colleagues and teams throughout the employee lifecycle, and helping to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture. The HR team consists of: HR Director, Head of HR (Generalist), Three HR Business Partners, Two HR Administrators (including this role), Early Careers Manager, Early Careers & L&D Assistant, Recruitment Business Partner, Payroll & Benefits Specialist.

As HR Administrator, you will provide efficient and accurate administrative support to the HR team as well as play an active role in developing and improving administrative processes and procedures within the team. Reporting to the Head of HR and working closely with all team members, the role is generalist and broad in scope with plenty of opportunity to take on more responsibility and grow in the role.

In turn, we offer an inclusive working culture, a competitive salary and benefits package, and opportunities for your personal and professional development.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Located in the heart of the City of London, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a Top 100 law firm offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes. The firm has 81 Partners and a total headcount of around 400. We have grown year-on-year, attributed to the continual success of our legal teams, and the dedication of our staff members.

Our culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Joining us, you will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections. With regular cross-firm socials and events (including our renowned yearly ski trip and walking trips), you will quickly feel like part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team.

Key Responsibilities

• Joiners and Leavers: Assisting with induction programmes, drafting offer letters, requesting references, conducting compliance checks, diarising dates, and ensuring line managers meet probation deadlines.
• Reward and Benefits: Assisting the Payroll & Benefits Specialist with benefit administration, inputting payroll data, updating HR system, and assisting with benchmarking.
• Recruitment: Arranging interviews, typing job descriptions, liaising with departments, and maintaining the recruitment system (Teamtailor).
• CSR, Diversity and Inclusion: Reviewing initiatives, assisting with Diversity Committee meetings, and organising wellbeing initiatives.
• General: Managing HR inboxes, reviewing procedures, ensuring GDPR compliance, providing HR data reports, and supporting ad hoc projects.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Previous HR administration experience (law firm or professional services advantageous but not essential)
• Professional and commercial approach with proactive problem-solving
• Positive 'can do' attitude and flexibility
• Excellent communication skills across all levels
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong IT capabilities, including Office 365 suite

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

• Competitive starting salary
• Comprehensive pension plan
• 25 days paid holiday + additional leave for life events
• Option to purchase up to five additional days holiday
• Life Assurance and income protection
• Private Medical and Dental Insurance from day one
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing initiatives including Pilates and subsidised gym memberships
• Bonus schemes for referrals and client introductions

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Contact

Patrick Sheehan, Recruitment Business Partner