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Job Description:

We’re looking for an organised and detail‑focused People Administrator to join our People Operations team. This is a fantastic entry‑level opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in HR, offering exposure to a broad range of people‑related activities in a supportive and collaborative environment.

In this role, you’ll support the day‑to‑day running of People Operations, helping to manage employee data, respond to HR queries, and ensure a smooth, positive experience across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll work closely with People Advisors and partner teams, gaining hands‑on experience across EMEA and APAC and building a strong foundation for your future in HR.

This is a hybrid position, with two days a week based in our Cambridge headquarters.What you’ll be doing

You’ll act as the first point of contact for everyday HR policy and process queries via our HR ticketing system, providing timely and professional support to employees and managers. Your role will span the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to offboarding, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing onboarding documentation and supporting background and right‑to‑work checks.

• Processing background checks for both EMEA and APAC regions.

• Maintaining accurate employee records in Workday, with a strong focus on data quality and GDPR compliance.

• Monitoring employee absence data and flagging trends or concerns to the People team.

• Drafting standard HR letters and documentation, including probation, performance, and leaver letters.

• Supporting monthly payroll processes by collating and checking employee data.

• Managing employment references and associated documentation.

You’ll also take notes in employee relations meetings and exit interviews, support employees and managers with parental leave, flexible working requests, and other key ‘Life Moments’, and help keep the HR intranet up to date while contributing to wider People Operations activities and projects.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings strong organisational skills and a genuine interest in HR. You’ll be comfortable handling confidential information and motivated to learn and develop in a people‑focused role.

You’ll ideally have:

• Some previous experience in an administrative or HR support role.

• Excellent attention to detail and confidence working with data and documents.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

• A professional, discreet, and proactive approach.

Experience using an HR system such as Workday would be an advantage, and a CIPD Level 3 qualification — or an interest in working towards one — is desirable.

Benefits:

• 23 days’ holiday + all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service,

• Additional day off for your birthday,

• Private medical insurance which covers you, your cohabiting partner and children,

• Life insurance of 4 times your base salary,

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme,

• Enhanced family leave,

• Confidential Employee Assistance Program,

• Cycle to work scheme.