HR Coordinator

The role

Working closely with the HR Manager, the HR Coordinator will play a key role in delivering an efficient, professional and customer focused HR service across the College. The post holder will take ownership of end to end recruitment and onboarding, HR administration, payroll processing and the HR Information System (HRIS), ensuring all employee data and processes are accurate, compliant and delivered to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Support the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and induction through to absence management, learning and development, employee engagement and employee record management.
• Act as a first point of contact for HR related queries, providing guidance and support to employees and managers while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Maintain accurate employee records and payroll information, ensuring data integrity in the HRIS.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding activities, including job posting, candidate selection, and new hire orientation.
• Assist with payroll processing and related reporting.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HR administration or HR coordination role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling employee data and payroll information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build effective working relationships.
• Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and handle confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive approach to learning and continuous professional development.
• CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD accreditation is desirable.

Benefits

• 40 days holiday.
• Life assurance benefits.
• Family friendly entitlements.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Additional information

Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must already have the right to work in the UK.

Closing date: Monday 6 July 2026.