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Free entry to NMDC member museums and Galleries (paid exhibitions)
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HR Administrator

Salary £28,780 (Fixed Term - 3 months, full time)
Location South London
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This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

The Horniman Museum and Gardens in south east London brings together global cultures and the natural world. Our internationally important collections include anthropology and musical instruments, alongside a natural history gallery and Aquarium. The 16-acre Gardens feature a tropical Butterfly House and stunning views across London.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive HR Administrator to join our HR team for three months. You will help keep HR processes running smoothly, including maintaining staff records, supporting recruitment and onboarding, handling routine HR queries, and assisting with employee relations by preparing paperwork and taking minutes for formal meetings. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your HR experience in a friendly, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate employee records on Cascade and the staff intranet.
  • Prepare HR documents such as contracts, offer letters, and change forms.
  • Support recruitment, including posting adverts, arranging interviews, and completing pre-employment checks.
  • Assist with onboarding and mandatory training for new starters.
  • Respond to routine HR queries and escalate when necessary.
  • Provide administrative support for employee relations, including preparing packs and taking minutes.

About You

You will be organised, accurate, and confident using IT systems. You will enjoy detail-focused work, handling confidential information professionally, and supporting a variety of HR tasks.

Key Skills and Experience

  • Strong administrative skills with good literacy and numeracy.
  • Experience in HR administration, including supporting employee relations with meeting paperwork and minutes.
  • Knowledge of HR and payroll processes and experience using HR systems (Cascade).
  • Confident IT user, particularly with Microsoft Office and Excel.
  • Accurate, organised, and able to handle sensitive information professionally.

To apply, visit our website: www.horniman.ac.uk/about/jobs

The closing date for completed applications is 10 am on 2 September 2026.
Interviews will be held on 14 September 2026.

The Horniman is an equal opportunities employer, and we value and celebrate diversity. We want to better represent the communities in which we work but recognise that there is still much work to do in this area. We welcome and encourage all applicants and particularly encourage you to apply if you are from a community that is often disadvantaged by society or of minority background.

The Company

The Horniman Museum and Gardens is a unique attraction in south east London where world cultures and the natural world are brought together for everyone to enjoy. The Museum holds internationally important collections of anthropology and musical instruments, as well as a popular natural history ​gallery and Aquarium. The 16 acres of beautiful Gardens feature a tropical Butterfly House and offer stunning views across London. The Horniman is the holder of the prestigious Art Fund Museum of the Year 2022.

The Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme
The Horniman has a confidential Employee's wellbeing service.

Free reciprocal entry to NMDC (National Museum Directors Council) member’s sites
You may have a free family ticket for our “paid for” exhibitions and visit exhibitions at a number of other museums for free when displaying your staff ID card.

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This is a benefit scheme open to all staff. You can choose from a range of discounts including shopping, days out and holidays.

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