Job Specifications
JOB TITLE: People Operations Administrator (FTC)
LOCATION: Stamford Bridge, occasional visits to Cobham Training Ground
CONTRACT: Fixed Term Contract (8 months), Full Time
Closing date: 16th March
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Role
We’re looking for a proactive, organised, and people focused administrator to join our People Operations team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of the employee experience; supporting every stage of the employee life cycle, keeping our systems and records running smoothly, and being the first point of contact for people related queries. Focused administrator to join our People Operations team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of the employee experience related queries.
You’ll also get involved in adhoc People projects, giving you the opportunity to learn, grow, and help shape how we work.
Key Responsibilities
Onboarding
Prepare contracts and onboarding documentation
Conduct pre-employment checks
Input new starter details into HR systems
Employee Compliance
Manage background check renewals
Maintain accurate right-to-work records
Contractual Changes
Issue documentation for employment changes
Keep HR systems and employee data up to date
First Line Support
Oversee the People Team inbox
Provide clear guidance to managers and employees, escalating where needed
Offboarding
Prepare exit documentation
Support managers and leavers to ensure a smooth transition
Update systems and records accordingly
What You’ll Bring
Previous HR/people administration or strong office administration experience
Confident IT skills, including good knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience using a HRIS is desirable
Excellent organisational skills where you’re able to juggle multiple tasks and stay on top of details
A high level of professionalism, especially when handling confidential information
A curious, improvement minded attitude where you like understanding how things work and identifying better ways of doing them
A collaborative, friendly approach and enjoyment of working with people across different teams
Our Expectations:
To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.
This Job Description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over time according to the changing needs of the Club.
About the Company
Chelsea Football Club, with over a century of rich sporting heritage, has paved the way for a superior collection of hospitality, events and leisure facilities all at one venue. Boasting 25 function rooms and 60 syndicate rooms, alongside two hotels, a sports bar and grill, a music venue, the Chelsea FC Museum, megastore, ticket office and a luxury health club and spa all found at London's most complete venue, Stamford Bridge.
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