We are currently recruiting a full time Employee Relations Administrator to work within our HR team, based at our Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire, MK43 9EJ.
This new role will be responsible for delivering high-quality administrative support across a range of HR activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all HR processes relating to employee relations, compliance & onboarding and family leave support.
They will work closely with the wider HR team and key stakeholders to help ensure the smooth running of daily HR operations.
Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and the HRBP/Employee Relations Partner with the administration of formal employee relations cases.
- Drafting formal documentation including invitations to grievance and disciplinary hearings, and outcome letters.
- Maintaining accurate, up-to-date records of ER cases in line with company policies and GDPR regulations.
- Supporting with low-level employee relations cases in collaboration with the HR Team.
- Updating the Employee Relations system with case activity and status changes.
- Attending employee relations seminars and training to stay informed on employment law and HR best practices.
- Requesting and following up on induction and probation booklets, as well as right-to-work documentation.
- Requesting and managing DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks for relevant new starters.
- Drafting and issuing overpayment letters in collaboration with Payroll and HRBPS.
- Ensuring payroll trackers are updated with any relevant changes or adjustments.
- The first point of contact for employee queries relating to maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
- Ensuring maternity risk assessments are completed and filed appropriately, and MATB1 forms are collected.
- Accurately recording maternity and paternity dates in relevant trackers and the HR system, ensuring entitlements are logged and communicated.
- Carrying out any ad hoc administration duties as required, to support the wider HR and ER team.
- Providing cover for the HR Administrator during periods of absence, including issuing contracts and processing leavers.
What we need from you:
- Proven experience in HR Employee Relations administration or a similar HR support role.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, professional documentation.
- A good understanding of core HR processes and employment law legislation.
- Able to manage sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience using HR systems is desirable.
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
What we offer you in return:
- Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for a personal special occasion.
- Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
- Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.
- Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
- Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
- Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.
- Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.
