Temporary Human Resource Administrator

Our client is seeking a temporary Human Resource Administrator to provide administrative and advisory support across the People function. This essential role ensures a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for new colleagues while supporting the wider People Team in delivering an efficient, accurate, and values-led service. The position is pivotal in managing the colleague lifecycle, with a focus on maintaining and improving people data, processes, and compliance. Key responsibilities include coordinating all aspects of new colleague onboarding, managing the offboarding process, and maintaining accurate colleague records within HR systems. The ideal candidate will respond to general People queries and uphold compliance checks. This role is expected to support People projects and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. The assignment duration is 1.5 months or 6 weeks. Job Duties Coordinate all aspects of new colleague onboarding, including contract preparation, IT and facilities setup, welcome materials, and compliance checks. Manage the offboarding process, ensuring leavers are supported and relevant actions and records are completed. Maintain accurate colleague records within HR systems, ensuring data integrity and timely updates for changes. Conduct regular data audits and support improvements to system accuracy and reporting quality. Respond to general People queries and support the communication of People policies and handbooks. Manage compliance checks, including right-to-work documentation, references, and background screening. Work closely with Payroll and Finance to ensure data accuracy for starters, leavers, and changes. Support the delivery of People projects and initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance administrative processes. Job Requirements Previous experience within a People or HR administrative role. Sound knowledge of HR processes and lifecycle activities (onboarding, contractual changes, etc.). Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office. Discreet and professional when handling sensitive or confidential information. Positive, proactive, and focused, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Working towards or holding a CIPD qualification (or equivalent) is desirable. Experience within financial services or a regulated environment is a plus. Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional HR operations (e.g. Channel Islands, UK, or other Group locations) is advantageous.