HR Administration Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Would you like to play a key role in the HR administration of staff at the University of Southampton?
We need an Administrative Officer to join the HR Transactions Team to help deliver the University’s strategy. You will be involved in updating HR records, issuing contractual change letters and upholding data integrity. Although previous administration experience is an advantage, we are looking for motivated individuals who are keen and willing to learn new skills and systems.
You will work as part of a team, processing contractual changes in the HR system, and liaising with customers. You must have an excellent eye for detail, be able to provide high quality, timely and customer focused administration, and be experienced in using Microsoft Office applications.
Our HR department is committed to the highest quality in everything we do and we want you to be part of that. Our HR department works across Highfield Campus and One Guildhall Square, but your main work location will be One Guildhall Square. Both offices have easy access to public transport, restaurants, coffee shops and a University gym.
There will also be an opportunity to work flexibly from home, but you will be required to come into the office at least once a week.
The expected hours of work for this full-time role are 9am - 5pm.
As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer an occupational pension scheme and generous holidays (20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 6 University closure days). Staff also have access to our state-of-the-art on-campus sports, arts, and culture facilities and access to a number of University employee-discount schemes, including the cycle to work scheme.
Supporting the University in achieving its mission ‘to change the world for the better’. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the University community, where people are valued, and collegiality is key.
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We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who supports our mission of inclusivity.
Apply by midnight on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.
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.
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,285 - £28,131 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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