Job Description

HR Administrator

Business Area: HR

Place of Work: Liverpool

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts.




Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model.

About the role

In your role as HR Administrator you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to provide high-quality HR, transactional and administrative support to employees and managers across the Group.



You'll be the first point of contact for people-related queries and will play a key role in delivering core HR processes across payroll and benefits, employee lifecycle, HR systems, people reporting and learning & development.



This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong attention to detail and a passion for supporting others, who wants to build experience in a collaborative HR environment.

What you will be doing

As a trusted part of the HR you will be responsible for:
Administer employee lifecycle processes including joiners, leavers, and contractual changes Support payroll and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Manage HR inbox and systems, maintaining up-to-date employee records Provide basic policy guidance and HR system support to employees and managers Assist with HR projects and general administrative tasks Coordinate probation, absence, and parental leave processes with HRBPs Maintain accurate personnel files and respond to reference requests

About you

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.




To be successful in the role you will have:
Previous admin experience, ideally in HR but not essential Confident using Microsoft Office and general IT systems Understands confidentiality and data protection standards Highly organised with strong multitasking ability Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Why join us?

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development.

We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team.

Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits!

How we will reward you

Great starting salary Generous annual leave package Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay) Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live Cycle to Work Scheme

Our culture and values

Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves.

Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and centre' of what we do. This is embedded through our values:
Integrity Collaboration Excellence

About us

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around 75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit https://www.uss.co.uk



USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting resourcing@uss.co.uk.