HR Coordinator

Job Purpose

The HR Coordinator will support the HR function in delivering efficient HR services across the business. This role is pivotal in maintaining accurate HR records, supporting the employee lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with UK employment laws and company policies. The successful candidate will be organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about people and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for general HR queries from employees and managers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records using the Sage HR and Who's off (e.g., absence, holidays, starters/leavers).
• Assist with the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, contract creation, changes to terms, and offboarding.
• Support payroll processes by preparing monthly HR data changes and liaising with payroll.
• Assist in drafting HR correspondence such as offer letters, employment contracts, termination letters and policy updates.
• Help organise training sessions, appraisals, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and employment legislation.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in an HR administrative or coordinator role.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with HR systems
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• CIPD qualification (Level 3 or working towards) is desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life Insurance
• Ongoing professional development

Please get in contact Head of People stephen solarin @fawkes & Reece