People Team Administrator
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We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, organised and collaborative individual to join our company as a People Team Administrator. If you are passionate about people operations, enjoy delivering high-quality employee experience, and thrive in a fast-paced office environment, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities in People Team Administration and HR Operations
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the People Team, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations across all areas of the employee lifecycle.
- Manage and maintain accurate HR records and databases, including onboarding, offboarding, contract changes, and personnel files in line with GDPR requirements.
- Coordinate and support recruitment administration, including interview scheduling, candidate correspondence, and pre-employment checks.
- Assist with benefits administration, employee queries, and payroll preparation tasks as required.
- Prepare HR documentation, such as confidential letters, reports, and meeting agendas, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
- Support the organisation and delivery of internal meetings, inductions, and team events.
- Assist with policy updates, process improvements, and compliance checks across People Team functions.
- Respond to employee enquiries with professionalism, confidentiality, and care, signposting to appropriate colleagues or resources where needed.
Skills and Experience for People Team and HR Administration Success
- Previous experience in an HR, people administration, or office coordination role is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines efficiently.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, document handling, and record keeping.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build positive relationships at all levels of the business.
- Good IT proficiency, including confidence with Microsoft Office and HR systems or databases.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, integrity, and sensitivity.
- Flexible, adaptable, and proactive approach to changing priorities and business needs.
- Solution-focused mindset, with a willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement in people processes.
Essential Qualities for a Successful People Team Administrator
- Reliable and approachable, with a positive and can-do attitude towards daily challenges.
- Resourceful and proactive in identifying and implementing solutions to support the People Team.
- Demonstrates respect for diversity, equity and inclusion, and contributes to a welcoming workplace culture.
- Shows strong integrity and professionalism when handling sensitive employee data and confidential queries.
- Open to feedback, committed to personal growth and development within the HR field.
Why Join Our People Team?
- Be part of a supportive, dedicated and people-focused team that values your contribution and initiative.
- Opportunities for ongoing training, career progression, and development in HR and people operations.
- Competitive salary, pension scheme, and access to a comprehensive staff benefits package.
- Inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, work/life balance, and employee engagement.
- Play a key role in shaping a positive employee experience and supporting our organisational success.
Requirements for the People Team Administrator Role
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Some experience in HR, people administration, or office support is an advantage.
- A strong commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and delivering excellent service to colleagues.
- Willingness to adapt to changing HR legislation, technology, and organisational priorities.
If you are looking for a new challenge in people administration and are keen to make a real impact as part of our ambitious team, we encourage you to apply and develop your career with us today.
- Division
- Support Centre
- Department
- People Team
- Role
- People Processes Administrator
- Locations
- Globe Centre Accrington - Central Support
- Full or Part Time
- Full time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Weekly Hours
- 37.5
- Annual Salary
- 27000

About Benson for Beds
At Bensons for Beds, we’re driven by one purpose - to help more people get a better night’s sleep. And with 70 years in retail, and 100 years in manufacturing, we’ve got plenty of experience in making this mission a reality.