HR & Resourcing Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
HR & Resourcing Administrator
Gateshead - Hybrid working
£23,000
We are looking for a people focused Administrator with a vibrant personality to join our hardworking team as Resourcing and HR Administrator. It's the ideal opportunity for a talented individual with a wealth of experience to advance their career with a market leading employer.
Joining a great Resourcing and HR team ( team of 9 ) you will assist with a range of employment related administration tasks, such as accurately entering personnel data into our HR systems, doing online background checks, and sending employment contracts.
You will ensure that candidates supply the necessary identification documents required to confirm an offer of employment. You'll play a critical role in supporting the wider HR team, managers, and employees with any HR administration related queries and processes.
Responsibilities:- You will assist with a range of employment related administration tasks
- Accurately entering personnel data into our HR systems
- Completing online background checks
- Employment contracts
- HR administration related queries and processes
You will have experience of a fast paced administration role and have excellent skills in Microsoft tools and applications. Previous HR experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, with exceptional planning skills, and has a keen eye for detail. Due to the nature of the role, you must be able to act with discretion and confidentiality.
You must be a genuine people person with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You will be confident speaking with candidates, employees, and managers over the telephone when required. You will be a true team player with a positive can-do attitude.
About us: Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;- Enhanced holidays that increase with service
- Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
- Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
- Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- For some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Motor Vehicle Dealers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HR & Resourcing Administrator roles across Lookers Motor Group Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Motor Vehicle Dealers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,375 - £24,833 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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