People Admin Supervisor

• 5042
• Chester Zoo
• Chester, with option for some working from home
• Permanent, Full Time
• Salary of £24,987 (pro rata) + attractive benefits

People Admin Supervisor

Permanent contract, 32 hours per week, with an option for some working from home.

The Role – People Administration Supervisor

This is a key role working as part of our People Team, where you’ll take responsibility for the supervision of the administrative tasks and processes within the team, including line management of the People Administrators.

As a People Administration Supervisor you will:

• Have line management responsibility for the People Administrators and the Seasonal Recruitment Administrator
• Support the People and Culture Manager in the management of various administrative functions, activities and processes within the department
• Ensure accuracy of all data being held by the People Team, including data within systems such as SDWorx, the PDR system, as well as a number of Excel spreadsheets / trackers
• Support the People Administrators in ensuring any pay impacting information is provided to Payroll in an accurate and timely manner
• Support the recruitment and on boarding process; including preparing interview packs, inviting candidates to interview and updating our recruitment system Jobtrain

What makes Chester Zoo a great place to work?

As the UK’s biggest and best zoo, we have ambitious goals, exciting plans, and there’s always lots going on here. We’re an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of nearly 500 permanent and 500 seasonal team members, and we know how important it is to develop and invest in our people. 

The Package

• Permanent contract, 32 hours per week  
• Option for some home working
• 33 days annual leave
• Salary of £19,990 (FTE £24,987)
• Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off plus a number of complimentary tickets for your family and friends
• Access to a healthcare plan
• Employer contributory pension scheme

Our Requirements – People Administration Supervisor

• Experience of providing high quality administrative support within a People / HR environment
• A strong understanding of key People / HR administrative processes
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to work proactively with excellent organisational and communication skills to suit a fast-paced exciting team

Although not essential, the following would be desirable:

• Previous line management experience
• A level 3 CIPD Qualification

How to apply

To apply for this position, please click the ‘apply’ button on this page where you’ll be redirected to the vacancy on the Chester Zoo website. You will then be required to provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you believe you should be considered for this People Administration Supervisor role.

Shortlisting of applications and interviews for the role will take place while the advert is live; the advert will close once the successful candidate is found. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible.