HR Administrator – Financial Services
Location: West End, London
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Permanent

A brilliant opportunity has arisen for an HR Administrator to join a supportive and growing financial services company based in the West End, London, on a permanent basis.

As part of a collaborative and friendly HR team, you will provide first-class administrative support to this busy organisation. The ideal candidate will have prior HR admin experience, a strong understanding of HR systems and data, and an adaptable, team-oriented approach to thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requests efficiently and accurately.
• Manage the HR inbox, collaborating with the HR Manager to monitor and respond to queries.
• Assist with the administration of the company benefits, ensuring the offering remains competitive.
• Maintain employee records within the HR system, managing joiners, leavers, and current employee data.
• Update and manage the appraisal system, supporting the HR Team with the Year-End and Appraisal processes.
• Track and manage sponsorship requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and company data protection requirements.
• Draft internal communications, such as monthly employee updates.
• Provide additional administrative support as required by the HR Team.

Person Specification

• Previous experience in an HR administrative role within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise own workload.
• Confident in adapting to a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Proactive problem-solver with a keen understanding of HR needs and the ability to deliver on them effectively.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and a desire to leverage new technologies.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a small yet dynamic HR team where your contributions will be recognised and valued. The role is initially office-based, with the potential for increased flexibility after a successful probation period.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Comprehensive company benefits
• Standard working hours Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, with occasional flexibility required

About Lily Shippen – Experts in HR Recruitment Across the UK

Lily Shippen’s HR recruitment team specialises in sourcing top human resources talent, including roles in Learning and Development, Internal Recruitment, Generalist HR, Early Careers, Employee Relations, Diversity & Inclusion, and HR Operations, across temporary, permanent, and fixed-term contracts. Operating from our offices in London and Manchester, we connect businesses with outstanding HR professionals nationwide and internationally.