People Generalist

HR Administrator - £35,000 - £50,000 - Cambridge - Hybrid Working

Wise May are currently recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing defence organisation for a People Administrator / Advisor to join their expanding Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity reporting into the People Operations Partner. The role is collaborative, within a high-growth environment, offering excellent exposure across the wider business alongside fantastic progression opportunities.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity offering hybrid working alongside a flexible, output-focused culture. Our client is looking for a highly organised and adaptable individual who is comfortable working within a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting a busy People function across a broad range of HR administration and Advisor responsibilities.

HR Administrator duties and responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Operations team
• Support onboarding processes for new starters across the business
• Prepare contracts, onboarding documentation and HR paperwork
• Manage employee records and maintain HR systems accurately
• Support benefits administration including private medical and pension queries
• Assist with coordinating Employee Resource Groups and internal initiatives
• Schedule meetings, interviews and onboarding sessions
• Assist with process improvements and wider People projects
• Provide general HR support across multiple departments within the business
• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset with the ability to use initiative and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Willing to support across a broad range of responsibilities and approach ad hoc tasks with a positive attitude
• Able to think practically and independently when resolving problems and improving processes

HR Administrator key skills and experience required:

• Previous experience in a similar HR or People role
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and adaptable approach to work
• Confident managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Experience within a scaling, technical or professional services environment would be advantageous

Company Benefits:

• Hybrid working, 2 days office based per week
• Private medical insurance
• Catered lunches
• Regular social events and company celebrations
• Stocked office kitchen and refreshments
• Travel expenses covered where required
• 25 days annual leave
• Company equipment provided
• Excellent progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business