HR Administrator AD Education UK

AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK. The group’s institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education. With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields. Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK. 

HR Administrator
📍 Location: London/Liverpool
📄 Contract Type: Full-time- 37 hours per week
💰 Salary: Up to £29,866
📅 Closing Date: 17/07/2026

About Us

SAE Institute was founded in 1976 and is a globally operating higher education provider focused on creating a talent pipeline for the creative media industries. Our network of campuses spans over 28 countries on six continents with more than 40 campuses. SAE Institute in Europe is Part of the AD Education group of companies, delivering industry-focused creative education to more than 30,000 students. SAE offers industry-focused Creative Media Degrees across eight subject areas – Audio, Content Creation & Online Marketing, Film, Game Art Animation, Games Programming, Music Business, Visual Effects, and Web Development.  

 ICMP (The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance) is a leading UK music school with campuses in London and in 2025 opening in Liverpool and Leeds. For over 35 years, ICMP has been at the forefront of contemporary music education, offering personalised, industry-focused training to help students thrive in the competitive music industry. ICMP delivers innovative undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including specialisations in Electronic Music Production, Live Event Management, and Music Marketing. 

About The Role

Are you an experienced administrator with a passion for supporting people and processes? ADE Education UK is seeking a highly organised and detail-focused HR Administrator to join our London-based HR team.

Reporting to the HR Advisor, this is a key support role that ensures the smooth delivery of day-to-day HR operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety in your work, and have a strong administrative background, we’d love to hear from you.

🌟 Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for general HR queries.
• Provide essential administrative support across all stages of the employee lifecycle — from onboarding to offboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Support recruitment activities including job postings, interview coordination, and pre-employment checks.
• Assist with payroll preparation by collating and checking HR data.
• Coordinate benefits administration and liaise with external providers.
• Support policy compliance, HR reporting, and internal audits.
• Assist in delivering induction sessions, training coordination, and other HR initiatives.

✅ What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a confident administrator who is proactive, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality service. You’ll need to demonstrate:

• Previous experience in an administrative or HR support role, ideally within a professional or education environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with attention to detail.
• Discretion in handling sensitive information and a strong sense of confidentiality.
• Proficiency in IT systems and HR databases (previous use of HRIS desirable).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.

🎓 Qualifications & Desirables

• Degree or equivalent experience required.
• CIPD membership is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR policies is a plus.

💼 Why Join ADE UK?

At ADE Education UK, we are committed to supporting and developing our people. You’ll be part of a welcoming and collaborative team where your administrative skills will make a real impact in helping us support our staff and meet our strategic goals.

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Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. ADE is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

A wide range of attractive benefits