Senior Human Resource Administrator

Our client in the legal services industry is seeking a highly capable Mid-Senior level HR Administrator with extensive experience within a corporate firm or the legal services industry. This role is designed for a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who can seamlessly manage high volumes of administrative work across multiple HR functions. The ideal candidate must be exceptionally organized, possessing a sharp memory to retain critical information while pivoting between various tasks and projects.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office and 2 days remote

Key Responsibilities

1. Employee Lifecycle & Asset Management

• Maintain and update comprehensive employee records, including ID documents, qualifications, and contracts.
  
• Lead the onboarding process, including system setup and induction coordination.
  
• Facilitate offboarding through exit interviews, system terminations, and asset retrieval.
  
• Manage employee asset allocation, tracking IT equipment and facility access.
  

2. Recruitment & Performance Support

• Support end-to-end recruitment: candidate sourcing, interview coordination, and conducting reference/background checks.
  
• Draft offer letters and employment contracts.
  
• Assist with performance review cycles, tracking probation feedback and ensuring timely completion of appraisals.
  

3. Payroll, Leave & Compliance

• Support payroll processes by managing leave tracking, attendance monitoring, and salary change inputs.
  
• Resolve payslip queries and conduct periodic leave audits.
  
• Ensure all HR activities remain compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
  

4. Reporting, Systems & Operations

• Maintain HR databases with high accuracy and support system improvements.
  
• Prepare detailed reports on headcount, recruitment metrics, and productivity tracking.
  
• Coordinate Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives and track training participation.
  

• Support the Practice Manager with budget tracking and policy implementation
  

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or a related field
  
• Minimum 7+ years in an HR administrative role, with 5 years mandatory experience within a corporate or law firm environment essential
  
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with HR/Payroll systems.
  
• Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a "zero-error" approach.
  
• Absolute discretion when handling sensitive legal and personnel information.
  
• Ability to retain information between tasks and manage shifting priorities without losing focus.
  
• Precise accuracy in data management and reporting.
  
• Professional stakeholder engagement skills suitable for a corporate legal environment