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The BES Group are the leading end to end solution provider in the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance sector. Our team of experts cover an extensive range of engineering services.

We’ve gone from strength to strength over recent years, welcoming the very best risk management businesses to our Group. As a result, we’ve grown both our team of experts and our suite of solutions in line with our customer’s needs. We’re private equity backed, which means we have the flexibility and support to move quickly and grow faster than any other company in our industry. We’re innovative and forward thinking and have the awards to prove it, but most of all we’re focused on helping make sure our customers leave nothing to chance

Our head office is based in central Manchester and is the home to many of our central functions. Due to continued business growth, we are delighted to be recruiting for a HR Administrator to provide administrative support across the whole HR function.

As the HR Administrator, you will provide comprehensive HR administration support to the Group across all aspects of HR. You will work closely with HR Advisors and Business Partners to ensure a high quality HR Service is delivered to the business.

What are we looking for?

We’ve really set the benchmark high with our people and our brilliant HR Team are no exception. We’re looking for even more of the most highly skilled individuals to complete our world class team. To be considered for this role, you will offer some experience within a HR or People function, in a fast-paced environment. You will be extremely organised with the ability to cope with a high volume, varied workload whilst consistently maintaining complete accuracy.

You will need to demonstrate professionalism in your approach, both in terms of your communication style (written and verbal) and your ability to maintain confidentiality. You’ll be comfortable prioritising and planning your own workload. We work with several systems so you need to be IT savvy and comfortable working with information and data in different formats.

And you won’t be afraid to get stuck in. Your role will be varied and provides an outstanding opportunity to join a highly successful Private Equity backed company with big plans ahead. Our HR team play a key part in ensuring our amazing teams are supported with expert HR support as our thriving business grows.

What will I be doing?

No two days are the same at BES Group and there are always lots of exciting projects to get involved with. As a HR Administrator your key responsibilities will include:

• Responding to and resolving email and telephone queries from employees and leaders


• Producing accurate letters, documents and reports on a regular and ad-hoc basis


• Managing and updating the HR Information System to ensure employee records are accurate and kept up-to-date


• Creating regular and bespoke data reports and analytics as required


• Administering company benefit schemes including childcare vouchers and season ticket loans


• Adherence to, and constant review, of procedures and processes to ensure consistency and quality of information


• Presenting HR inductions to new starters


• Providing general administrative support to the HR team

What makes BES Group a great place to work?

Our people and our customers come before everything else. Knowing we always do the best job we can with absolutely no compromise means everything to us.

Our business model is unique, with multiple companies and private equity backing - the exposure you will get is unparalleled. The HR team love what they do, they really make a difference and that gets noticed every single day.

If you work for us, you will get the below and, so much more:

• A competitive salary starting from £25,000 - £28,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)


• Discretionary annual company bonus and annual salary review


• A flexible working approach, the role will be based in Manchester city centre with some home based working available (you must have suitable Wi-Fi, and provide your own office set up for days spent working from home)


• Development opportunities across the business


• 25 days leave per year plus bank holidays (and an extra day off on your birthday to celebrate you!)


• Shiny new Surface Pro


• Access to lots of discounts and benefits via our company benefits portal including; retail, fitness, holiday and cinema discounts


• The support of a superb employee assistance programme


• Up to 10% pension

What experience do I need?

You will offer previous experience of providing administrative support within a professional HR environment and be adept at prioritising, planning and delivering your own workload. We are open to different experience levels and backgrounds but to work for us you will also have the right attitude, aptitude and appetite for what we do; Keeping Britain Safe. You’ll also offer:

• Previous administration experience within a HR or People function


• Expert attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy across a high volume and variety of queries


• Experience of using a variety of systems and databases, with proficient IT skills (including MS applications)


• Professionalism and highly effective written and verbal communication skills


• Strong organisation skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise workloads


• Approachability and exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling you to form effective working relationships with people at all levels


• Understanding and awareness of employment laws and legislation


• Self-motivated and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team


• Integrity is a must, as you’ll be working with sensitive and confidential information


• Offer flexibility and willingness to travel to a variety of business sites on occasion, including our Training Centre in Warrington for our monthly induction day


• Process improvement and problem solving skills


• Reliability is essential; there’s something about being dependable that we think matters

Ideally, you will also:

• Hold a CIPD qualification (desirable)

To apply for this role, simply click “Apply”. We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it’s that easy! Please keep in mind, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

We want to inspire everyone to see how important safety is and we expect the same from our people. And if you’re on the same page as us about that and you’ve got the right skills, experience and attitude, you’ll fit right in. Simple. We’re all about diversity and inclusion and that means we want our people to be themselves. We’re delighted to be an equal opportunities employer and that will never change!

BES Group, Your Safety, Our Focus