Job Title: HR Administrator
Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: £21,000 to £25,000 per annum
Job type: Permanent, Full time
SYNLAB Laboratory Services is part of SYNLAB UK & Ireland, who provide laboratory diagnostic and training services to a diverse range of sectors including healthcare and wellness, sport, travel, corporates and insurer, logistics and family law.
The Role:
We have an exciting new opportunity for a full-time HR Administrator to permanently join our growing Human Resources team in Basildon, Essex.
Reporting to the Senior HR Manager, you will be a vital member of the Human Resources team. We are looking for an efficient and organised administrator with excellent communication skills, good attention to detail, and who can work well within a team environment.
The ideal HR Administrator will have some experience in the following:
- Previously worked in an HR Admin role
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Ability to work autonomously and flexibly
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in the use of MS Office applications
Within the role, you will be responsible for the delivery of a range of HR administration such as:
- Provide all general HR administrative support, including but not limited to preparing and issuing offer letters, contracts and all other supporting documentation.
- Ensure the HR System accurately reflects current staff conditions and details. This includes inputting starters, leavers, contractual amendments, changes of more information, and other administrative requirements
- Payroll and onboarding activities
- Maintenance of personnel files and filing system for all new starters/leavers / internal movers
- Accurately processing and checking data on the HR System & payroll database about all new starters/leavers / internal movers
- Respond to reference requests for current or ex-members of staff
- Provide administrative support associated with monthly payroll and pension administration.
- Act as an expert and lead on all payroll matters, providing guidance and support to the HR team, Managers and other stakeholders.
- Maintain knowledge of sick pay and maternity/paternity/share parental regulations, including statutory and occupational requirements.
- Work collaboratively with HR advisors, ensuring all sickness absence is processed accurately on the HR system, including supporting documentation.
- Deal with all pay queries, such as sick pay entitlement, unpaid leave, casuals etc
- Identify the root causes of inaccurate pay, working with the HR Advisors and line managers to rectify specific situations and update and improve processes and understanding to avoid repeat occurrences.
- Be the first point of contact for all under and over payment queries. Liaise with HR advisors and line managers on relevant payroll queries.
About Us
SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully.
Candidates with the experience and relevant job titles of; Human Resources Administrator, Administrator, Employment Advisor, Office Assistant, Human Resources Executive, HR Graduate, HR Assistant, Human Resources Analyst, HR Advisor, Human Resources Advisor, HR Generalist, HR Office will all be considered for this role.
