Human Resources Administrator

HR Administrator

Location: George Town

Salary: KYD $35,000–$45,000 per annum + benefits

About the Opportunity

An established retail business in the Cayman Islands is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Administrator to support its day-to-day human resources and administrative operations.

This role is suited to an organised HR professional with experience in Cayman Islands immigration processes, employee documentation, recruitment coordination and general HR administration. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring employee records are maintained accurately and HR processes are completed efficiently and in accordance with local requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Administration

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, personnel files and HR databases.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, employee correspondence and other HR documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed.
• Monitor employee documentation, work permit expiry dates and other key HR deadlines.
• Assist with updating HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR function and management team.

Immigration and Work Permit Administration

• Coordinate Cayman Islands work permit and immigration-related applications, renewals and supporting documentation.
• Track work permit expiry dates and ensure applications are prepared and submitted within appropriate timeframes.
• Liaise with relevant government departments, employees and management regarding immigration requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of work permits, immigration documentation and application progress.
• Support compliance with applicable Cayman Islands immigration and employment requirements.

Recruitment and Employee Support

• Assist with recruitment activities, including job postings, interview scheduling and candidate communication.
• Coordinate pre-employment documentation and onboarding arrangements.
• Respond to routine employee queries and direct more complex matters to the appropriate person.
• Support leave administration, attendance records and other employee-related processes.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits and general compliance activities.

Payroll and General Administration

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of payroll information and employee data.
• Maintain records relating to leave, staff changes and other employment information.
• Prepare routine HR reports and support the accurate recording of employee information.
• Handle sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HR Administrator, HR Assistant or similar human resources support role.
• Demonstrable experience handling Cayman Islands immigration and work permit applications, renewals and related documentation.
• Good understanding of Cayman Islands employment practices and HR administration requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.
• A high level of confidentiality, professionalism and integrity.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be proactive, dependable and approachable, with a practical, hands-on attitude. They will be comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment, managing administrative detail and communicating effectively with employees and management.

What’s on Offer

• Annual salary of KYD $35,000–$45,000, depending on experience and suitability.
• The opportunity to contribute to a busy, established retail operation.
• A varied HR administration role with responsibility for immigration coordination and employee support.
• The opportunity to develop broader HR experience within the Cayman Islands business environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, with the potential to take on increased responsibilities as the business grows.
• Clear potential for salary growth and future increases in line with performance, development and expanded responsibilities.

Must be Caymanian/ RERC/ PR to apply!