Job
Overview
About LIPA
The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is recognised as a leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training within the performing arts and creative economies. We hold an international and national reputation for the quality of our teaching, our world-class facilities, and our enviable track record of graduate employment and alumni success.
We’re now looking for a motivated and proactive HR Administrator to join our friendly HR team. This is a great opportunity to develop your HR career in a diverse, supportive, and inspiring environment, while playing an active role in supporting LIPA’s transition to a new HR system.
About the Role
As the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries, you’ll play a key part in ensuring colleagues feel supported and informed. This is a varied and fast-paced role covering all stages of the employee lifecycle, including:
Key Responsibilities
Coordinating recruitment and onboarding activities including UK Right to Work, DBS and reference checks.
Preparing offer letters, contracts, and associated documentation
Supporting induction processes
Accurate reporting of absences including sickness and annual leave
Maintaining accurate data within our HR information systems
Assisting with the implementation of our new HR and Payroll system
Providing general HR support to staff and managers
Handling confidential information in a professional manner
About You
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and able to build positive working relationships. You’ll bring:
CIPD Level 3 (or currently working towards it) or equivalent.
Experience in an HR or administrative role
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive HR information.
Adaptable and able to remain calm under pressure.
Experience in payroll or an interest in developing payroll knowledge.
People focused, with a helpful and approachable manner.
Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Managing a varied workload and meeting deadlines.
Willingness to learn and develop within the HR profession.
What We Offer
Salary: £24,685 – £28,031 per annum
22 days’ annual leave increases with service, plus bank holidays and additional closure days
Hybrid working (typically 4 days on-site)
Complimentary tickets to LIPA productions
A creative, inclusive and supportive working culture
Competitive pension scheme
How to Apply
If you think this role is right for you, we’d love to hear from you. Simply submit your professional CV to: recruit@lipa.ac.uk
If you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Recruitment Team:
📧 recruit@lipa.ac.uk
📞 0151 330 3091
Closing date: Friday 10th April 2026 at 12pm. No agencies, please.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
LIPA is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and support applications from all backgrounds and do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership.
As part of our Strategic Plan (2023–2026), we aim to increase diversity across our community and particularly encourage applications from groups currently under-represented in higher education and the arts, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds; people with disabilities; and those identifying as female, non-binary, or trans. All appointments are made on merit.
LIPA is a registered charity (No. 1001565).