At a Glance
- Tasks: Support employee experience and assist with HR processes in a vibrant coffee company.
- Company: Grind, a sustainable coffee company based in London.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a mission-driven team making coffee better for people and the planet.
- Qualifications: Previous admin experience in HR preferred; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Grind is a coffee company that lives in London.
Since opening Shoreditch Grind in 2011, we've expanded across London with cafés, coffee trucks and a state‑of‑the‑art coffee roastery.
Today, we serve millions of cups of coffee across London and the UK each year, and we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of people make better, more sustainable coffee at home.
You’ll find our coffee beans, compostable coffee pods and ready‑to‑drink coffee cans - in supermarkets across the UK and in hotels around the world.
Based in Shoreditch, we have a team of talented people working on everything from product development to finance, to customer experience.
We’re looking for someone to join our growing team and help us in building the future of Grind.
We think coffee can be a force for good.
Whether it's through creating the UK's first compostable coffee pods, our plastic‑free packaging or carbon‑free shipping - we're on a mission to be the world's most sustainable coffee company.
In 2023, we created our charity, the Better Coffee Foundation, to undo the damage done by the global coffee industry - in our first year, we recovered 43 million pods' worth of ocean‑bound plastic.
A bit about the role.
As the People Operations & Office Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in elevating the employee experience as well as help support the processes and systems of the People and Culture team as we continue to build and implement two new systems in the business.
This opportunity is a six month fixed term contract and will involve key people administration tasks across the employee lifecycle, payroll, benefits management systems and the HRIS as well as ad hoc support with office administrative tasks such as organising team lunches and our beloved cake Wednesdays.
This role will be the first point of contact for all parts of the employee lifecycle and will play a key role in supporting and guiding employees through moments like onboarding, role changes, and off‑boarding, ensuring a positive and people‑focused experience at every stage.
Role responsibilities.
- Support the People & Culture team in delivering a positive employee experience across all stages of the employee lifecycle.
- Handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism, ensuring data privacy and compliance with GDPR and internal policies.
- Administer onboarding, off‑boarding, and employee changes, ensuring all processes run smoothly and with a people‑first approach.
- Maintain and update employee records, HR systems (Hi Bob/Nory), and documentation with a high level of accuracy.
- Assist in organising and administering employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and team events.
- Provide day‑to‑day support for employee queries, ensuring timely, friendly, and helpful responses.
- Support with office administration tasks such as coffee machine maintenance, ordering supplies and organising post and parcels.
You’ll have.
- Previous administrative experience in HR or people operations preferred.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain 100% discretion and confidentiality.
Diversity and Inclusion.
Grind is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or disability status.
If there are any adjustments you need to help you bring your best self to an interview with us please let us know.
Benefits and perks
- Smart Pension: We offer a pension scheme to help you plan for your future.
- Financial support: access to interest‑free, short‑term loans when you need them most
- Paid Time Off: Generous holiday allowance, plus an extra day of holiday for each year of service (up to 3 additional days).
- Referral Bonus: Earn up to £450 in tiered bonuses for referring great talent to our team
- Discounts online: Up to 40% off our retail line online.
- Spectrum
Life: Access our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
- Crew Card: Enjoy 50% off all food and drinks, plus two free coffees a day at Grind locations.
- Friends & Family Discount: Share the love with discounts for your friends and family on our website and at our sites.
- Social Events: Join us for team social events to connect and have fun.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity: Enjoy enhanced maternity and paternity benefits once eligible.
- Wellbeing Allowance: Up to £200 annually to spend on your wellbeing.
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People Ops & Office Admin FTC employer: Grind
Grind Coffee is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, perfect for those passionate about the hospitality industry. With competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while enjoying a dynamic café atmosphere in a bustling location. Join us to be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and outstanding customer service.
