Human Resource Coordinator

The Role

A highly regarded client is seeking a proactive
HR Coordinator
to support a dynamic and fast-paced HR function. This individual will report into the Senior Director of Human Resources and will be responsible for supporting the full employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on HR operations, onboarding, benefits administration, and HR data management.

This is a broad and hands-on role, ideal for an HR professional looking to deepen their expertise and contribute meaningfully to a growing organisation.

Core Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records, including HRIS (BambooHR) and electronic files.
• Coordinating updates to global payrolls, liaising with Finance and external payroll providers.
• Administering employee benefits such as private healthcare, pension schemes, life insurance, and EAPs.
• Managing the onboarding process, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for new joiners.
• Coordinating the offboarding process and ensuring a smooth transition for leavers.
• Supporting the management of consultant and contractor engagements.
• Assisting with the annual performance and compensation review cycle.
• Organising internal and external training sessions, including scheduling and logistics.
• Acting as a first point of contact for general HR queries, escalating when necessary.
• Supporting employee engagement and internal communications initiatives.
• Contributing to HR projects including systems rollouts and policy reviews.
• Staying informed on employment legislation to support policy and handbook updates.
• Assisting with employee relations cases and day-to-day HR support, as required.

Key Skills and Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence when dealing with stakeholders in a professional and solutions-focused manner.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
• Strong working knowledge of HRIS platforms (ideally BambooHR) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• A sound understanding of payroll basics and employee benefits.

Experience & Qualifications

• 1–2 years\’ experience in a broad HR administration or coordination role.
• Experience in private equity, financial services, or professional services is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with UK employment law and immigration/visa processes is a strong advantage.
• Experience using BambooHR (or similar HR systems) is beneficial.
• CIPD Level 3 (or currently studying) is preferred.

How to apply

If you are interested in discussing this role further, please apply for the position or contact Lucy Gorman at (Job code LG/45678).

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