HR & Office Administrator

As the HR & Office Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the
office environment while supporting human resources functions. Your responsibilities will
encompass a wide range of administrative tasks related to office management, HR duties, and
employee support.,

• Assist the General Manager on the delivery of recruitment processes


• Ensure all external communication in regard to recruitment is consistent and represents the

values and ethos of the company.

• Lead on preparing and filing contracts, NDAs and other relevant documentation; ensure

contracting processes are followed correctly and all data handling is GDPR compliant.





• Compile offer documentation according to templates, support the offer and on-boarding

processes; ensure appropriate conditions of employment are met (e.g. Right to Work checks
and satisfactory references).

Human Resources


• Have an in-depth understanding of HR processes and Punchdrunk Global Ltd's Company

Policies.

• Work closely with the General Manager as required in sensitive employee matters


• Lead on the onboarding and offboarding processes for staff members.


• Act as a key point of contact for employment related enquiries for line managers


• With support from the General Manager, implement training and development strategies

into the company operation

• Work closely with the General Manager on devising and implementing a wellbeing strategy

across the Company

• Oversee the relationship with the Company's Employee Assistance Programme provider.


• Lead on awareness-raising amongst staff of wellbeing benefits offered by the Company


• Lead on the delivery of internal events


Office administration


• Oversee office maintenance, including managing facilities, equipment, and supplies.


• Lead with the management and organisation of the Company's Google Suite systems.


• Assist the Building Manager to coordinate with vendors and service providers for office

repairs and maintenance.

• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and distribute meeting materials.


• Assist the finance team on processing invoices, reimbursements, and expense reports.


• Support finance team with budgeting, expense tracking, and payroll matters.


• Support the General Manager and Producers in the implementation of key projects


• Regularly take part in show watches and maintain strong knowledge of the creative and

operation of all of Punchdrunk Global Ltd's projects and shows when required

• Engage critically and proactively with the wider teams on strategic opportunities to further

streamline and refine the day-to-day management systems, First round interviews are expected to take place w/c 22nd April 2024, with second round interviews
expected w/c 29th April 2024.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, Punchdrunk welcomes applications from all sectors of the
community, regardless of gender, age, race, sexuality or disability and makes appointments based
solely on ability to fulfill the duties of the post.

So that we can better understand how we, as an employer, ensure equality of opportunity for all, we
would appreciate it if you filled out our Equal Opportunities Form . (The link will open in a new tab).

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be given the opportunity to specify any access
requirements so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication
skills. You must be able to build trusting relationships with colleagues and be able to work with
highly sensitive and confidential information. You will have ownership for the smooth
implementation and administrative running of the HR systems. You will be passionate about being
a key player in creating a supportive, inclusive and positive environment in a theatrical setting.,
• Demonstrable administrative experience within a similar supporting role.


• Highly organised, efficient, flexible and able to work independently with excellent attention

to detail.

• Proven ability to deal diplomatically, sensitively and discretely with confidential information

and with a wide range of people.

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, and ability to challenge the status quo


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to pitch communications

at the right level.

• The ability to focus whilst working in a busy office and handle multiple tasks.


• Excellent IT skills.


• Knowledge and understanding of the theatre industry, or performing arts and some

knowledge of the theatre-making process.

• Proficient in Macs, PCs and Google Suite applications.
  
  For over 20 years Punchdrunk has pioneered a game-changing form of theatre, in which roaming

audiences experience epic storytelling inside singular, sensory worlds. Today, our reputation at the
forefront of the interactive experience is global, with the multi award-winning Sleep No More
playing to sell-out audiences in New York since 2011 and in Shanghai since 2016.

Blending classic texts, physical performance and cinematic design detail, our productions immerse
audiences in the world of each show, blurring the boundaries between space, performer and
spectator. In this world, the choice of what to watch and where to go is yours alone. You are at the
heart of the story, free to create your own unique, unrepeatable adventure.

Alongside live performance, we are curious about layering signature theatrical elements on to other
art forms, new technologies and the real world.

Punchdrunk's theatrical works include: The Drowned Ma n: A Hollywood Fa ble (with the National
Theatre, The Cra sh of the Elysium (Manchester International Festival), The Duchess of Ma lfi (with
ENO), Sleep No More (with the American Repertory Theatre, Boston, Mass.), It Felt Like A Kiss (with
Adam Curtis and Damon Albarn, Manchester International Festival), Tunnel 228 (in collaboration
with The Old Vic), The Ma sque of the Red Dea th (with Battersea Arts Centre), and Fa ust (in
collaboration with the National Theatre).

Contract: 6-month fixed term - full time (with a possible extension, standard 40 hours per week,
Monday - Friday 10am-6pm)

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Probation period: 3 months (notice during probation 4 weeks on either side)

Notice period: 3 months

Pension: 5% employer contribution, following completion of probation period

Holiday: 20 days per annum plus UK bank holidays

Place of Work: Punchdrunk offices in Woolwich, London

Due to the nature of this role some evening or weekend work will be required. No overtime is paid
but the Company operates a TOIL policy.