Job Description

Are you ready to take on a new challenge to elevate your career in HR? Do you thrive in dynamic and supportive environments? Are you passionate about making a tangible impact?



We are currently looking for a HR Administrator to join our vibrant and dynamic People team. You will be working closely with another HR Administrator whilst reporting to the people services manager and will become part of a shortlisted IiP People team who have the ambition and enthusiasm to challenge the status quo and make changes to ensure we deliver excellent service. We have a lot to do and are looking for someone who shares our passion but has their own ideas and is happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in.



As the HR Administrator, your role will involve dealing with a range of employee relations and change activities which include supporting the HR team by ensuring that all contractual changes are logged and letters issued in a timely manner. Monitoring the HR Inbox and incoming emails, responding or redirecting as necessary. Co-ordinating new starters to include issuing of provisional offer letter, contract, new starter details, carry out right to work checks, collect reference requests and ensure that the correct paperwork is received to complete the DBS checking process.

Hours of Work:

Up to 37 hours per week, 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, standard office hours 9am to 5pm however with flexibility. (Part time will be considered for this position)

Location:

Hybrid - minimum 1 day per week office based at our Stevenage office with occasional travel to Birmingham and other offices.

Contract type:

Permanent

Salary:

Full time Starting Salary 24,242.40 per annum dependent on experience.

HR Advisor Requirements:

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You should be highly organised and able to maintain confidentiality. Comprehensive knowledge of the MS Office suite. A mix of commercial and charity or public sector experience. Excellent communication skills and a flexible and adaptable approach. CIPD Level 3 or enrolled and working towards achieving this level would be desirable.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years' service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years' service! Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave. 1 Community Leave Day per annum. Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more! Auto enrolment Pension plan. Death in service cover. Bike to work scheme.

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

At POhWER, we are passionate about empowering individuals and creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. As an equal opportunities employer with the Investors in People Silver award and membership in the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme, we are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our workplace. Join us in making a meaningful impact and be part of an organisation that values your potential.

If you think you are suitable for this HR Administrator role, please apply now!

Closing Date:

Monday 3rd November 2025

(We reserve the right to close the vacancy early)

Interview:

TBC remote via Microsoft Teams or Zoom



For an informal discussion please contact Recruitment@pohwer.net with the job reference number to request a call back from the hiring manager.



A basic DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.



We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.



Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.


POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.



POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.



To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.


POhWER is a charity who provide information, advice, support and advocacy to people who experience disability, vulnerability, distress and social exclusion.


POhWER was set up in 1996 by service users who, tired of others making assumptions about their capabilities and views, wanted equal access to information and a voice of their own.

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