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HR Employee Relations Administrator

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

Location
Southampton, England
Salary
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum per annum pro rata
Profession
Administrative and IT
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
24 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
10 Jun 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an Apprentice HR Employee Relations Administrator to join our supportive Human Resources team with genuine opportunities for progression in both areas—all while earning as you learn. Are you in an individual who is looking to work in human resources or has some experience in HR and is now looking to undertaking a level 3 or 5 CIPD qualification. If so, this role may be for you.   You will become part of a small team of 10 colleagues, providing administrative support to a wider Employee Relations service that supports over 14,000 Trust employees. This is a fast-paced and dynamic department where no two days are the same, giving you valuable exposure to a wide range of HR topics and experiences.   We will support you to complete a recognised apprenticeship programme, with opportunities to study towards a Level 3 or Level 5 CIPD qualification.  In order to be to be shortlisted for this role you must be able and eligible to complete a Level 3 or Level 5 CIPD qualification.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Your key strengths will be your attention to detail and organisational skills as you will be arranging complex meetings with numerous managers, preparing and sending out hearing packs.  You should have strong communication skills both verbal and written as you will be taking first line queries by phone and managing a generic email inbox.  You will also need to have good Microsoft office skills including excel and touch-typing skills.

Candidates must have the eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship for either CIPD Level 3 or Level 5, if they do not meet the eligibility requirements, they will not be shortlisted.

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This advert is for HR Employee Relations Administrator with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Jun 2026.

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