HR / Compliance Administrator in Colchester

Start your career in HR with a role that puts you at the heart of people, processes, and business operations. As our HR / Compliance Administrator, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across recruitment, employee engagement, and compliance, playing a real part in shaping how we support our people. This role is suitable for someone who is currently undertaking a Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship or is keen to start the apprenticeship following a successful offer.

Role overview

• HR Administration & Employee Experience
  • Assist with core HR administration tasks, including drafting offer letters, employment contracts, and internal communications.
  • Support the administration of employee benefits, including onboarding new benefits, processing changes, and helping review benefit offerings.
  • Be the go‑to person for employee queries, helping colleagues feel supported, informed, and valued.
  • Build trusted working relationships with stakeholders and employees, handling all information with sensitivity and confidentiality.
  • Use the HR digital platform to maintain accurate employee records and support employees with system‑related queries.
  • Support internal recruitment across Claims, Legal, and Technology teams by managing vacancies, screening and shortlisting candidates, and coordinating interviews.
• Compliance & Policies
  • Assist the in‑house compliance function with mailbox management, including responding to external customers and suppliers, collating compliance data, and maintaining accurate trackers.
  • Help maintain and update internal HR policies, ensuring timely reviews, approvals, and clear communication in line with regulatory changes.
• Business & Office Support
  • Provide day‑to‑day business and office support, including managing office supplies, meeting rooms, and assisting with client visits.
  • Where appropriate, assist in preparing materials and insights for senior management meetings.

Experience

• An interest in starting a career in Human Resources or business administration, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• CIPD Level 3 qualified or higher, currently studying, or keen to study, a Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship.
• A positive and proactive attitude, with the ability to support a variety of tasks and ask questions when unsure.
• Good communication skills and confidence in speaking with colleagues, whether in person, by email, or over the phone.
• Well organised, with the ability to manage time effectively and keep information accurate and up to date.
• Trustworthy and discreet, with an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in an HR / Compliance environment.
• Basic IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office, with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Candidates should have GCSE English and Maths at grades 9–3 (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards Functional Skills in English and Maths as part of the apprenticeship programme.

We believe in rewarding and supporting our people, which is why you’ll benefit from:

• Fully funded Level 3 HR or Compliance Apprenticeship, giving you the opportunity to earn, learn, and build a recognised qualification.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including BUPA private medical cover, enhanced parental leave policies, 24/7 confidential employee assistance, medical cashback benefits, discounted shopping vouchers, and free personalised training sessions based in Colchester.
• Free on‑site parking in Colchester city centre for an easy, stress‑free commute.
• A day off to celebrate your birthday, because it’s important to enjoy the moments that matter.
• Annual leave, including bank holidays, which increases with your length of service, plus the flexibility to buy extra days and roll forward unused leave where applicable.
• 4% employer pension contribution, helping you plan your future.
• A friendly and social workplace, with Summer and Winter socials, an office drinks fridge, bean‑to‑cup coffee machine, and fresh fruit available.
• Discounted hire car cover with Enterprise worldwide, offering added value both at home and abroad.

If you’re looking to start your HR career in a role where you’ll learn, grow, and make a real impact from day one, we’d love to hear from you.