About the role
Job Details
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract (maternity cover). Some flexibility may be required around the end date.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 9.30am – 6pm.
Salary: Depending on experience.
Location: Working across both Gas Ferry Road and Aztec West Studios in Bristol. Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days in the office.
The Team
At Aardman, great ideas start with great people. The People & Culture team helps create an environment where talented people can do their best work. From attracting and supporting brilliant talent to developing skills, nurturing careers and keeping the essentials running smoothly, the team ensures the right people are in the right place at the right time. As an employee-owned business, the culture is as important as the creativity, focusing on practices that are fair, inclusive, practical and aligned with Aardman's values.
The Role
The HR Administrator provides accurate, organised and responsive administrative support to the HR team. Focus is placed on high-volume administration, including:
- Crew booking forms
- Contracts and extensions
- Right-to-work checks
- Employee records
The role also supports wider studio activity, including:
- Inductions
- Work experience
- Training coordination
- Reporting
- General team administration
About You
The studio is looking for someone with strong organisational and administrative skills, capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.
Key skills and qualities:
- Ability to work independently, use sound judgement on routine matters, and recognise when to seek guidance.
- Clear and confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a good listening style.
- IT proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Flexible, friendly and supportive, with a collaborative team approach.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Proactive and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and diplomacy when handling sensitive information.
- An understanding of key HR processes is highly desirable.
Application Requirements
- Reviewing applications for interview as they are submitted.
- Applicants must confirm salary expectations and availability in the cover letter.
- Closing Date: 5pm on Friday 9th October 2026.
About Aardman
Aardman is an independent, multi-Academy Award and BAFTA award-winning studio producing feature films, series, advertising, games, and interactive entertainment. In November 2018, Aardman became an Employee-Owned organisation. The company is committed to a Diversity & Inclusion Charter, believing that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to creating entertainment for all. The studio is a signatory to the Centre for Ageing Better nationwide programme to make workplaces age-friendly.