Job Description

We’re looking for an organised and people-focused HR Administrator who thrives on variety and takes real pride in getting the detail right.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our People Team—helping to create a positive, engaging workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and recognised. From keeping our HR processes running smoothly to bringing our culture to life through events and communications, no two days will be the same.

If you enjoy balancing structure with creativity and want to play a key role in shaping the employee experience, we’d love to hear from you.

This position is full time from 8am to 5pm, working from our office in Wootton, Bedfordshire. The annual salary is £30,000.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll support the full employee lifecycle while ensuring our HR operations run efficiently, accurately, and professionally.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as our Workday champion, managing all employee lifecycle changes (starters, leavers, contractual updates)

• Maintaining accurate employee records across systems, ensuring GDPR compliance

• Supporting key HR processes such as onboarding, inductions, probation reviews, and leaver procedures

• Managing the HR inbox and providing a responsive, professional service to colleagues and managers

• Assisting with Employee Relations administration and documentation

• Producing HR reports, insights, and presentations using HR systems and Excel

You’ll also play an important role in shaping our culture by:

• Coordinating engagement activities, celebrations, and awareness events

• Creating engaging internal communications, blogs, and content

• Supporting wellbeing initiatives and employee forums

• Helping to manage and promote engagement platforms and initiatives

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and passionate about delivering a great employee experience.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in an HR administration role, with a solid understanding of core HR processes

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage a wide range of stakeholders

• A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently

• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information

• Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and HR systems (Workday experience is a plus)

• Creativity and enthusiasm for employee engagement, communications, or events (Canva experience is beneficial)

What we offer you in return:

• Time For You Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and an extra day for a personal special occasion.

• Give Back Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.

• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.

• Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.

• Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.

• Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.

• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.

• Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your HR career in a role that offers real variety and exposure across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll gain hands-on experience in both HR operations and employee engagement, while contributing to a workplace culture where people feel valued and supported.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited about making a difference and helping us create a great place to work, we’d love to hear from you.

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.