Lead HR Administrator (30 hours per week) - Oxford

£28,000 FTE pro rata - Administration & Business Support
Ref: 5328 Date Posted: Friday 21 Aug 2026

Lead HR Administrator

📍 Bristol | 30 Hours Per Week
💰 £28,000 FTE pro rata
🏡 Hybrid Working Available

Are you an experienced HR Administrator looking for an opportunity to step into a leadership role within a friendly and supportive business?

Our client, a well-established and people-focused organisation based in Bristol, is seeking a Lead HR Administrator to join their HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on with HR administration while also providing guidance and support to colleagues.

The Role

Reporting into the HR Manager, you'll act as the lead within a small HR Administration team, supporting and mentoring two HR Administrators while ensuring HR processes run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a varied role where you'll remain actively involved in day-to-day HR administration whilst helping drive high standards across the team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Overseeing the day-to-day activities of the HR Administration team
  • Providing support, guidance and training to two HR Administrators
  • Managing employee lifecycle administration, including onboarding, changes and leavers
  • Maintaining accurate HR records and employee data
  • Producing contracts, letters and HR documentation
  • Supporting recruitment administration and pre-employment checks
  • Assisting with HR reporting and audits
  • Ensuring HR processes are compliant, efficient and employee-focused
  • Acting as a key point of contact for HR administrative queries

About You

  • Previous experience within a HR Administration role
  • Strong knowledge of HR processes and employee lifecycle administration
  • Experience supporting, mentoring or leading colleagues is desirable
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
  • Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office
  • Proactive, approachable and passionate about delivering a high-quality HR service

Sound like you? Click apply now!

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