HR Coordinator – Maternity Cover

This is a fixed term position to cover a period of maternity leave.

Salary: £30,000 plus service charge, pro-rated to the duration of the contract.

Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel features exquisite dining options, state of the art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa rooms and an indoor pool.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Human Resources Coordinator role:

• Act as the first point of contact for HR related queries across all departments, providing professional and approachable support to colleagues in Housekeeping, Food and Beverage, Culinary, Engineering, Front Office and more.
• Maintain accurate employee records, prepare contracts, letters and HR documentation, and support the onboarding process for new starters.
• Oversee the day to day running of the HR office, including in person and telephone enquiries, greeting visitors and providing general administrative support.
• Support training administration and compliance, including logging learning activities on systems such as PeopleSoft, Fourth and Hyatt Learning.
• Coordinate and communicate employee engagement initiatives, including monthly newsletters, noticeboards, digital updates and internal social media platforms.
• Assist in planning and delivering hotel wide colleague events, such as celebrations, recognition activities and seasonal gatherings.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews, manage diaries, take meeting minutes and maintain HR files and templates.
• Ensure all HR procedures and systems are followed in line with company policy and employment legislation.
• Support monthly payroll procedures, including preparing relevant documentation, ensuring data accuracy and coordinating with payroll teams as required.

About you:

You will ideally have previous experience in an administrative or HR support role, preferably within a hotel or hospitality setting. Naturally organised and detail oriented, you thrive in a fast paced environment and confidently manage multiple priorities with care and efficiency.

Your strong interpersonal and communication skills enable you to build rapport effortlessly, making you a trusted point of contact for colleagues at all levels. Professional and discreet, you handle sensitive information with integrity and always maintain the highest standards of confidentiality.

You are proficient in Microsoft Office and Canva, using these tools effectively in your day to day work. Above all, you are passionate about fostering a positive and inclusive team culture and take pride in contributing to a workplace where colleagues feel valued and supported.

What We Offer:

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays for family and friends from day one
• Complimentary laundered business attire
• 50% discount on F&B at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Free meals while on duty
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing learning and development with global career progression opportunities

At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next Steps:

Apply today for this HR Coordinator role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels. Our family is always growing.