People Administrator, HR​/Recruitment

About The Role

As a People administrator you will provide proactive, accurate and flexible administrative support across the full lifecycle. As the first point of contact for People related queries, you will ensure a timely response to queries. You will maintain high quality data to support people plans.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administration experience who is looking to develop a career in HR, or for an experienced HR Administrator seeking their next challenge.
Full Time or Part Time (28+ hours per week) - weekday Working Required (Including Monday Mornings)

• You will manage all administrative aspects of the colleague lifecycle, including onboarding, changes, leavers and contract/documentation production
• As the first point of contact for People‑related queries, you will ensure a timely and accurate response or onward referral to the appropriate colleague
• Producing and maintaining People data and key metrics to support decision‑making and People planning is important in this role
• You will support People colleagues and line managers in delivering the Culture Framework and colleague experience expectations
• Ensuring People administration processes are efficient, accurate and compliant, acting as the go‑to person for People‑related data and information
• You will also contribute to People projects and business initiatives, representing the People Team positively

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:

• You will need prior administrative experience, ideally within a People/HR setting
• Having experience supporting lifecycle admin such as onboarding and contractual changes
• You will be comfortable using People systems, workflows and shared mailboxes
• Having experience producing People‑related data or reporting is beneficial
• If you have knowledge of People policies and processes, or willingness to learn quickly that would be an advantage

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
Company pension scheme
Access to health and well‑being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
Employee discount scheme
Experience annual pay reviews
Profit related pay
Opportunity for extended leave
Free on-site parking
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

Samworth Brothers is a fourth-generation family business, trusted by many of the UK’s best-known retailers to produce high-quality own-label products. Alongside these, we’re proud to craft and deliver our own iconic brands, including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company, and Walker & Son.
With over 10,000 talented colleagues working across our modern, well-invested food manufacturing sites nationwide, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do—from the food we make to the careers we build.
At Samworth Brothers, you’re more than just an employee, you are part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gang masters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.