HR Administrator – 12 month FTC Full Time

Fusion, the process that powers the sun and stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research organisations to achieve ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid by developing the power stations of tomorrow and the skilled workforce to deliver them.

Job Description

The HR Administrator is responsible for delivering an excellent recruitment experience to UKAEA’s new starters through efficient and effective administration.

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Core responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality customer service to candidates and employees, ensuring prompt and efficient handling of queries.
• Manage personal data in full compliance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR requirements.
• Provide end-to-end recruitment administration
• Prepare offer and new starter letters
• Process vetting and references, and collect right-to-work documentation.
• Support candidate onboarding, including relocation assistance, induction bookings, and issuing required training (e.g. CBT).
• Assist the wider recruitment function as needed, including coordinating and welcoming interview candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven administration experience (HR administration desirable)
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel
• Ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and confidentiality
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage a high volume of new starters

Additional Information

A full list of our benefits can be found here but highlights include:

• £27202 base salary inclusive of specialist allowance
• Final salary defined benefit scheme with an equivalent of 21.5% employer pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave, plus 3 days Christmas closure, 2.5 privilege days and 8 Bank Holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options

UKAEA’s mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds to help us achieve this goal. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and strive to ensure fair representation across our workforce. We particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in STEM, including women and individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, while ensuring all appointments are made on merit. Further information can be found here.