About Dalkia UK
At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.
Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.
Be the trusted first point of contact for our people
Human Resources Administrator - 12 month fixed term contract
Our HR team provides strategic, forward-thinking and proactive support across the business. In line with our People First value, we make sure people matters are handled sensitively, promptly, and always with genuine care.
As HR Administrator, you'll be at the heart of that — providing high-quality administrative support across the whole employee lifecycle, keeping our HR systems and records accurate, and helping make sure every employee gets a consistent, professional and positive experience.
What You'll Be Doing
Support the full employee lifecycle — onboarding, contractual changes, promotions, transfers and leavers
Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and associated documentation
Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and digital personnel files
Support payroll processing, weekly timesheets and benefits administration
Act as a first point of contact for HR queries, responding accurately or escalating where needed
Facilitate pre-employment checks, vetting and right-to-work documentation
Monitor expiring qualifications, security clearances and compliance records
Help ensure everything we do is compliant with company policy, employment legislation and GDPR
Please note that this is a 12 month fixed term contract.
What We're Looking For;
Do you already have some HR Admin experience? Are you someone who communicates clearly and professionally, both in writing and in person?
You'll also be;
Approachable, and a trusted first point of contact who handles sensitive matters with care
Discreet, with strong judgement around confidential information
Excellent attention to detail — you take pride in getting records and documentation right
Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proactive — you spot potential issues and address them before they become problems
A natural collaborator, equally at ease working with HR colleagues, managers, employees and external partners
Adaptable, and comfortable when priorities shift
Qualifications
Essential
Experience in an HR Administrative or similar administrative role
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Experience using HR systems / HRIS platforms
Understanding of UK employment legislation and best practices
Knowledge of GDPR and handling confidential information
Desirable
CIPD qualification (Level 3) or equivalent professional HR qualification
Our Values
People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing
Better Together – A collaborative team
Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success
Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you
