Job Description

HR Administrator

Salary: Circa 27,000 - 29,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 per week

Location: Moons Hill Quarry, Radstock

Join Wainwright and help shape the future of our people.

Are you an organised, people-focused professional looking to build your career in a supportive and forward-thinking company? At John Wainwright & Co. Ltd, we're looking for a dedicated HR Administrator to join our growing team and play a key role in supporting our people strategy.

Working closely with the HR Manager, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our HR department, providing exceptional support to our managers and employees across the business.

What you'll be doing:

Supporting the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to leavers.

Administering a wide range of employee benefits and maintaining accurate HR records.

Assisting with internal communications, engagement initiatives, and event planning.

Supporting the roll-out of our Occupational Health programme.

Assisting with monthly payroll processing and HR reporting.

Input, update and audit employee data to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Handling confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Assist in the development and maintenance of the company's evolving HR Information System (HRIS).

What we're looking for:

We're seeking someone with strong interpersonal skills who can build positive relationships at all levels. You'll be approachable, proactive, and thrive in a busy, people-focused environment.

Ideally, you'll bring:

Several years of administrative experience, preferably within HR. A foundation-level CIPD qualification or working towards one (Not essential). Strong organisational skills and great attention to detail. Experience with payroll (advantageous but not essential).

Why join us?

Wainwright is an independent, family-run business with over 130 years of heritage and a clear vision for sustainable growth. We're proud of our strong culture, values, and commitment to our people. It's an exciting time to join us as we continue to invest in our teams, our sites, and our future.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to our HR Department by the closing date of Friday 24th October 2025 (PC@Wainwright.co.uk, Tel: 01749 840274)

Wainwright and Co. Ltd. is a Disability Confident Employer and as such we are committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please contact the HR department on 01749 840274 if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments that can be made to make the recruitment process accessible to you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person