HR Administrator

Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects, working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors. The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects. We are known for adding value and innovation throughout the process, saving our clients time and money. We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver.

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a HR Administrator to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects.

Why join us?

• Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
• Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits, and flexible and hybrid working options.

What you will be doing

You will work collaboratively and flexibly to deliver a high-quality HR service, providing general support to the HR department. This will include providing first line support, dealing with queries and resolving issues by providing clear advice and guidance.

As a HR Administrator, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Coordinating all employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, role changes, promotions, transfers, probation and leavers.
• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems, ensuring all information is up to date and GDPR compliant.
• Acting as the first point of contact for employee and manager HR queries, providing professional and timely support.
• Preparing HR reports and maintaining records.
• Supporting the end-to-end recruitment process, including advertising vacancies, shortlisting candidates, coordinating interviews and candidate communications.
• Proactively sourcing candidates through LinkedIn and other recruitment channels, analysing CVs and building talent pools.
• Processing all pre-employment checks and onboarding documentation, liaising with internal teams including SHEQ and Learning & Development.
• Collating and preparing payroll information, ensuring accurate and timely submissions, and resolving payroll queries.
• Recording and monitoring employee absence, coordinating return-to-work documentation and maintaining attendance records.
• Coordinating health surveillance, ensuring assessments and follow-up actions are completed within required timescales.
• Administering company vehicle documentation, driving licence and insurance checks, and supporting the electric vehicle scheme.
• Coordinating recruitment FEC information and maintaining employee benefits records.
• Arranging HR meetings, room bookings and supporting HR events and projects.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and carrying out other ad hoc duties to support the HR team and wider business.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong focus on accuracy, efficiency and quality of work
• Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent planning and organisational abilities
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we’d love to hear from you by clicking Apply below!

Join us on our journey to #BuildingTogetherUnlockingPotential. McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.

We take responsibility for always striving to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.