HR Administrator in Stevenage

HR Administrator
The Role
We are seeking an organised and proactive HR Administrator to provide administrative and coordination support across a busy Early Careers function. The role will play an important part in supporting the recruitment, onboarding and ongoing development of apprentices, ensuring a smooth and positive experience from application through to programme completion.
Working closely with Apprenticeship Programme Managers, HR Business Partners, recruitment teams, education providers and wider business stakeholders, you will coordinate a range of activities, maintain accurate records and support key Early Careers initiatives and events.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
Coordinate end-to-end apprentice recruitment and onboarding activities, maintaining accurate trackers and ensuring all processes are completed within agreed timescales.
Support job requisition processes and maintain recruitment trackers for Apprenticeship Programme Managers, HR Business Partners and recruitment teams.
Coordinate onboarding requirements, including security clearance documentation and IT access requests for apprentices across different programme levels.
Liaise with colleges and universities to manage applications, verify qualifications and arrange onboarding meetings.
Coordinate the process for apprentices moving into permanent positions, maintaining documentation and liaising with relevant HR and management teams.
Early Careers Administration & Events
Organise key Early Careers events, including annual graduation ceremonies, Outward Bound activities and VIP visits.
Provide administrative support to apprentices and Apprenticeship Programme Managers, including covering apprentice queries during periods of annual leave.
Coordinate apprentice probation reviews, education provider reviews and salary review meetings, liaising with Reward, HR Business Partners and recruitment teams.
Planning & Continuous Improvement
Support the planning and coordination of Early Careers operational activities, ensuring plans are communicated effectively to relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of Early Careers processes, documentation and administrative procedures.
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in HR administration, recruitment coordination, apprenticeship administration, Early Careers or a similar business support role.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, trackers and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent attention to detail and confidence maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Experience coordinating onboarding, inductions, meeti...