HR Administrator

Join Brayleys Cars & Johnsons Cars and be part of an exciting new chapter

Following the acquisition of Johnsons Cars, AWR Holdings UK Ltd has brought together two highly respected automotive businesses to create one of the UK's top 10 automotive retail groups. As we continue to grow and transform, we're looking for a dedicated HR Administrator to join our evolving HR team and help shape an exceptional employee experience across our organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly developing HR Shared Services function where you'll play a key role in supporting colleagues throughout the employee lifecycle while helping to drive continuous improvement in our HR systems and processes.

About the Role

Reporting to the HR Shared Services Manager, you will provide accurate, efficient and professional HR administration support across the business. Acting as a key point of contact for employees and managers, you'll ensure our people processes run smoothly while maintaining high levels of accuracy, confidentiality and customer service.

You'll be responsible for maintaining employee records within our HR system, supporting onboarding and offboarding activities, producing HR documentation, handling employee queries and contributing to the ongoing development of our HR Shared Services function.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the administration of the employee lifecycle from onboarding through to leaving.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Process employee changes including promotions, transfers, contractual amendments and changes to working arrangements.
• Produce HR letters, contracts and employee correspondence.
• Maintain and update employee data within our HR Information System (Cascade).
• Run HR reports and support data accuracy and compliance activities.
• Act as a first point of contact for HR administration queries.
• Work closely with Payroll, managers, HR colleagues, Finance and IT teams.
• Support HR projects, process improvements and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, employment legislation and internal policies.

About You

We're looking for an organised and detail-oriented HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering excellent service.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in HR administration or a similar administrative role.
• Experience using HR Information Systems (HRIS).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel.
• Able to work independently whilst contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

Desirable

• Experience using Cascade HR.
• Experience working within an HR Shared Services environment.
• Knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR processes.
• CIPD qualification or working towards one.
• Experience producing HR reports and analysing HR data.
• Experience working within a multi-site organisation.

Why Join Us?

We believe our people are our greatest strength. As part of a growing organisation, you'll benefit from:

• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Exposure to an evolving HR function where your ideas can make a real impact.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to be part of one of the UK's fastest-growing automotive retail groups.

Whether you're looking to further develop your HR career or bring your expertise to a business undergoing positive transformation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about delivering excellent HR support and want to be part of an ambitious and growing organisation, apply now and help us build an outstanding employee experience across Brayleys Cars and Johnsons Cars.

Brayleys Cars & Johnsons Cars are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.

The Company

Welcome to Johnsons Cars, we are one of the UKs biggest independent dealer groups with a nationwide presence spanning 58 sites across the country. Proudly representing 17 esteemed brands, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.

As well as our dealership network we also have a number of vehicle parts operations as well as our Fleet Services business. As an employer we embody a culture of continuous growth and success. by joining Johnsons cars you'll become part of a team that thrives of delivering exceptional service to our customers whilst providing a platform for your personal and professional growth. At Johnsons your career is as important as the outstanding service we provide to our customers.

The Benefits

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Birthday Leave

Enhanced Holiday entitlement

Staff Discounts

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