Senior Admin Officer & HR Support, All cities

Interim Senior Admin Officer (Part-time, Temporary) £15–£18 per hour | 20 hours per week | Remote or Newcastle upon Tyne Are you an experienced senior administrator or operations professional who wants to use your skills to support a meaningful cause? My client is a Black-led charity with a long track record of supporting Black and racialised women and children affected by domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls. They are entering a busy period of growth and transition and are now seeking an Interim Senior Admin Officer to step in quickly, stabilise systems and support the organisation through change. The role As Interim Senior Admin Officer, you will play a central role in ensuring the organisation runs smoothly, safely and compliantly. You will take stock of existing systems, put clear processes in place and provide practical support to staff and trustees during a period of onboarding and recruitment. You will also work closely with the Admin Officer and Receptionist, offering day-to-day guidance, support and coaching to help them deliver to a high standard. Key responsibilities includeReviewing and improving operational systems across administration, record-keeping, filing, archiving and ITLeading supplier and contract management, including reviewing value for money and setting up clear contract processesSupporting recruitment activity and onboarding of new staff and trustees, including inductions, equipment and accessDeveloping, reviewing and updating organisational and HR policies in line with UK employment law and best practiceAdvising on employment matters such as contracts, grievance and disciplinary procedures and staff entitlementsEnsuring strong governance and compliance, including Charity Commission and Companies House requirementsOverseeing GDPR compliance, health and safety and statutory obligationsSupporting facilities management, including getting the reception area fully operationalProviding hands-on support and coaching to the admin teamProducing a clear written recommendations report by the three-month point to support continuityAbout you You will bring:Strong experience in senior administration, operations or office management, ideally within the charity or third sectorExperience or knowledge of organisational and HR policiesKnowledge of UK employment rights and employment lawHands-on understanding of charity governance and regulatory complianceWorking knowledge of GDPR and health and safetyExperience managing suppliers and contractsConfidence supporting recruitment, onboarding and HR processesA supportive, coaching-style approach to working with othersThe ability to prioritise, work at pace and get things doneStrong cultural competence and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusionKey detailsRole: Interim Senior Admin OfficerOrganisation type: Black-led charity supporting Black and racialised women and children affected by domestic abuse and VAWGRate: £15–£18 per hour, depending on experienceHours: 20 hours per week, Monday to FridayLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne (NE4), with on-site or remote workingContract type: TemporaryDuration: 6 monthsEligibility: This role is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, due to the nature of the services provided. As a Black-led organisation, my client strongly encourages applications from Black women and women from racially minoritised backgrounds, who are under-represented in senior operational roles. Why apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a trusted interim role within a values-driven organisation doing vital, life-changing work. You will have the space to make meaningful improvements, support people to succeed and help shape a stronger future for the organisation. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.