Senior HR Administrator (Workday)

Wootton, Bedfordshire | Full Time | Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Are you an experienced HR Administrator who enjoys solving problems, supporting people and being the go-to person for HR systems and processes?

We're looking for a Senior HR Administrator to join our People Team, based onsite at our Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire. (Due to the location you must have access to a vehicle)

This is a varied and important role where you'll help keep our HR operation running smoothly, supporting colleagues and managers throughout the employee lifecycle.

You'll be someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, enjoys building relationships and is confident working with HR systems, particularly Workday.

As one of our key Workday experts, you'll help colleagues and managers navigate processes, provide guidance and ensure our people data and processes are accurate, efficient and compliant.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll play a key role in delivering a professional, responsive HR service while helping create a positive employee experience across the business.

You'll:

• Be the People Team Workday champion, ensuring starters, leavers and contractual changes are processed accurately and on time.
• Support managers and colleagues with Workday queries, helping them navigate processes and get the most from the system.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for managers and colleagues, providing guidance on HR processes and people-related administration.
• Monitor key HR processes including pre-employment checks, onboarding and leavers, ensuring everything happens when it should.
• Maintain accurate employee records across Workday and SharePoint, ensuring information is secure, up to date and managed in line with GDPR requirements.
• Manage the HR inbox, responding to queries promptly and delivering a friendly, professional and customer-focused service.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, colleague experience and the effective use of Workday.
• Support reporting, auditing and compliance activities as required.

What You'll Bring

You'll be an organised, proactive and people-focused HR professional who enjoys working in a busy environment and knows that the small details can make a big difference.

You'll enjoy helping others, taking ownership of issues and providing excellent service to colleagues and managers across the business.

You'll bring:

• Previous experience within HR Administration, HR Operations, People Services or a Shared Services environment, with a strong understanding of the employee lifecycle and HR processes.
• Strong Workday experience and confidence using HR systems are essential.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Experience supporting colleagues and managers with HR processes and system-related queries.
• The ability to work independently whilst also being a collaborative member of the People Team.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential employee information.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

What’s in it for you?

We believe our people make Copart what it is, so we offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond.

• Time For You: 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day for a personal special occasion.
• Give Back: One paid day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan with cashback on dental, optical, chiropody and specialist consultations, tests and scans, plus Virtual GP access.
• Your Future: Contributory workplace pension scheme to help you plan for the future.
• Life Assurance: Financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to our Deals Hub, with savings on everyday purchases, family activities and more.
• Investment: The opportunity to purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
• Fitness & Health: Save on commuting through our Cycle to Work Scheme, plus access to fitness videos and gym discounts.

Ready to make your mark?

If you’re an experienced HR Administrator looking for a role where you can take ownership, make a difference and be a key part of a busy People Team, we’d love to hear from you.

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Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

At Copart, we are focused on harnessing the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By embracing diverse perspectives, we open doors to innovation and unleash the full potential of our team. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels appreciated, included, and inspired to grow and contribute meaningfully.