People Department Administrator

**People Department Administrator**
Abingdon Rd, Culham, UK
Full-time
Department: People (HR)

**Salary**: £23,464 to £25,030 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension
Confirmed Grade: Level 2
Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire
**Company Description**
By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on.
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 are at the forefront of realising energy from fusion, working with industry and researchpartners to deliver the ground-breaking developments that will underpin tomorrow's fusion power stations with the aim of bringing fusion electricity to the grid.
As we work towards our mission and goals, UKAEA has devised values that capture the spirit of how we work. These values include being: Innovative, Committed, Trusted and Collaborative.
**Job Description
Who are we looking for?**
We are seeking proactive and motivated People/HR Department Administrators with excellent communication skills to join a fast-paced People Department where you will be carrying out a broad range of administrative activities.
We currently have a combination of fixed term appointments and permanent opportunities available. As our People Department Administrator, you will have the ability to build effective relationships, with both UKAEA stakeholders and outside talent.
Your efficient and effective administrative skills, curiosity, and desire to learn will help you quickly understand the technical requirements of our internal processes. Being discreet and tactful are key traits to being successful in this role.
You will be a collaborative team member providing a comprehensive, flexible, and efficient service, able to work to deadlines and prioritise work accordingly.
If you have developed an eye for detail and enjoy working in a customer-facing service role whilst looking for ways to continuously improve processes, we would love to hear from you.
What will you be responsible for?
You will undertake a broad range of administrative activities which support the day-to-day work of the UKAEA People Department. Activities may include inputting into the People Department business systems, arranging and co-ordinating interviews and trainingactivities, completing right to work checks, onboarding new starters, running reports and supporting project work, whilst ensuring compliance within UKAEA procedures and employment law.
You will be required to support work in any of the following areas:
Recruitment/Talent Acquisition & Talent Development
Learning and Development
Onboarding
**Qualifications
Essential skills, experience and competence required**:

- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Competent IT skills (including Excel)
- Excellent written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a need to juggle priorities regularly
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Previous administration experience
- GCSEs/O Levels in English and Maths or equivalent
**Desirable skills, experience and competence**:

- Previous experience of working in an HR function
- Working towards a CIPD qualification
- Knowledge of using systems and social media platforms
**Additional Information
What we offer**
A competitive salary
A culture committed to being fully inclusive, supported by a Being Inclusive Strategy and Inclusion Ambassadors
An Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders, with a full calendar of health and wellbeing initiatives
Flexible working options including family friendly policies
Emergency leave (paid)
30.5 days’ annual leave increased with length of service (including privilege days and 3 days between Christmas and New Year) plus bank holidays
Wide range of career development opportunities (e.g. professional registration, internal promotions, coaching and mentoring programme)
Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme
Annual corporate bonus scheme
Relocation allowance (if eligible)