HR Administrator

Human Resources Department

Waterfront | Permanent | Full Time

Are you passionate about people, career development, and making a real impact in a values-led, employee-owned law firm? Talbots Law is looking for a dynamic HR Administrator to join our growing Human Resources Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping our people strategy while enjoying the benefits of working in one of the West Midlands’ most progressive firms.

As an HR Administrator, you will be responsible in supporting the delivery of the HR and recruitment function and processes in line with the Company’s overall strategic aims and objectives. You will play a key role in consolidating and securely managing employee and recruitment data, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across all HR processes.

Who are Talbots Law?

An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828.

Today, we operate across 19 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses.

We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service.

At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salaries with annual review.
• Annual tax-free* profit-share.
• 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards.
• Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees).
• Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay.
• Salary Extras
• Medicash Health Cash Plan.
• Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision.
• Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees).
• Salary Sacrifice schemes.

What does the job involve?

As a HR Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of our HR & Recruitment function, supporting our ambitious growth plans and ensuring our people thrive. Your responsibilities will include:

• Support onboarding and leaver processes, ensuring smooth employee transitions
• Act as first‑line contact for HR queries via email and phone
• Assist with absence management, flexible working requests, and resignations
• Maintain accurate HR records, trackers, and staff folders
• Provide administrative support for HR meetings, agreements, and role reviews
• Oversee compliance checks including DBS and Right to Work documentation
• Manage new starter documentation and onboarding systems
• Coordinate HR supplies, IT access requests, and general HR administration

What do you need?

• Minimum 12 months’ administration experience within a professional HR setting
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet browsers
• Effective organisational and planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal skills with professionalism, tact, and diplomacy
• CIPD qualification (or working towards)