Role: HR Administrator
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Manchester
Reporting to: Associate HR Director

About CBTax

CBTax is an award-winning, global R&D tax consultancy firm with offices in Manchester and Northampton in the UK, Dublin serving the Republic of Ireland, and our newest location in New York supporting the US market.

As one of the fastest-growing firms in our sector, we specialise in R&D Tax Relief, partnering with businesses across many sectors including engineering, technology, manufacturing, construction, energy, science, agriculture, and food & beverage to deliver robust claims, commercial value, and fully compliant advice.

There has never been a more exciting time to join CBTax as we continue our international growth.

About the Role

Our people are at the heart of that plan, and our HR team plays a critical role in keeping the business running and our culture strong as we scale.

This is a hands-on HR Administrator role supporting the full employee lifecycle across our growing international footprint. You will be the operational engine of the HR function — keeping records sharp, onboarding seamless, and managers supported as we continue to expand.

It is an excellent opportunity for an early-career HR professional who wants exposure to a global, fast-paced business and the chance to grow alongside a scaling HR team.

In This Role You Will

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records across the HR system, ensuring strict confidentiality and GDPR compliance.

• Manage day-to-day employee administration across the lifecycle — probation reviews, role and salary changes, and maternity/paternity correspondence.

• Draft and issue employment agreements, coordinate references, right to work checks and background screening.

• Own the onboarding experience — prepare induction materials, set new hires up in systems, and act as their first point of contact.

• Manage off-boarding end-to-end, including resignations, leaver documentation, exit interviews and system access changes.

• Liaise with payroll and other teams to ensure final pay and benefits are processed correctly.

• Handle first-line employee relations queries, escalating to the Associate HR Director where appropriate.

• Provide administrative support on disciplinary and grievance matters, including confidential note-taking.

• Administer the appraisal process — issue documentation, track completion, and chase managers to keep things on track.

• Support training requests and assist with delivery of company-wide training initiatives.

• Support the Associate HR Director on wider HR projects and policy implementation.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as an HR Administrator, Coordinator or Officer (required).

• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or actively working towards).

• Working knowledge of HR practices and UK employment legislation.

• Confident user of Microsoft Office and HR systems.

• Exposure to a global or multi-site business (preferred, not essential).

• Strong organisational skills and a sharp eye for detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Trusted handler of sensitive and confidential information.

• Calm under pressure, able to prioritise across competing demands.

• Professional, approachable and genuinely service-minded.

Benefits & Perks

• Commission: Performance-linked rewards across the business.

• Pension: Employer contributions to support your long-term future.

• Healthcare: Private medical cover for peace of mind.

• Tech Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme for the latest tech.

• Flex Benefits: A flexible benefits platform to tailor to what matters to you.

• Employee Incentives: Regular incentives, socials and team events.

• Recognition: A culture that celebrates results and the people behind them.