HR Coordinator role based at Wembley Stadium, London
Fixed-term contract from February 2027 to Summer 2028
Supporting the delivery of UEFA EURO 2028 tournament
Responsibilities include HR documentation, data management, and payroll accuracy
Essential experience in fast-paced HR administration and high attention to detail
Competitive salary and benefits package offered
Based onsite with travel across the UK & Ireland as required
Location: Wembley Stadium, London
Contract: Fixed-term |February 2027– Summer 2028
About UK & Ireland 2028 Limited
UK & Ireland 2028 Limited is the local organising committee responsible for delivering UEFA EURO 2028 across the UK & Ireland. We work on behalf of the five Football Associations and in partnership with governments, host cities, stadiums and delivery partners to plan and deliver the tournament safely, inclusively and to world-class standards.
About UEFA EURO 2028
UEFA EURO is one of the world’s largest sporting events. In 2028, it will be hosted across multiple cities in the UK & Ireland, requiring large-scale coordination across transport, infrastructure, stadiums and public services. UEFA owns the tournament and sets requirements; UK & Ireland 2028 Limited is responsible for delivering it locally.
The Role
The HR Coordinator facilitates the employee lifecycle through UK&I 2028, ensuring a smooth experience through
both employment processes and supporting with any ad hoc queries.This role supports the successful delivery of the UK&I 2028 Tournament through inclusive, values-driven andperformance-focused contribution. The role is expected to model our organisational values: Embrace theOpportunity, Achieve Excellence, and Thrive Together.
What you’ll be doing
- Timely and accurate production of employment documents and materials across the employee lifecycle (starters, changes & leavers).
- Regular maintenance of employment records, ensuring compliance to legal and audit requirements.
- Timely and accurate data input, ensuring the integrity of the data in the system is maintained.
- Ensure the accuracy of payroll data each month.
- Support managers and employees with using self-service.
- Maintain and update the payroll tracker.
- Monitor the completion of probation period, including liaising with the line manager about the outcome before the due date, and prepare any documentation as required.
- Proactively respond to front line queries from the business and provide low risk HR advice (where applicable).
- Actively look for and identify opportunities for improvement, using initiative to amend processes and templates when inconsistencies have been identified.
- Provide administration support across the annual HR processes including PDR, annual salary review, bonus, engagement survey.
- Support employee engagement activities, including monthly team updates and social events.
- Undertake additional duties as required to meet evolving project needs.
What we’re looking for
Essential experience and skills:
- Experience of working in a fast paced, highvolume HR administration environment.
- Confident speaking to people at all levelsand presenting information face to face &via Teams (as required).
- A high degree of attention to detail andaccuracy.
- Ability to work with discretion andconfidentiality at all times.
- Experience managing multiple priorities &stakeholders.
- Experience working under pressure to tightdeadlines.
Please see the attached role profile for full details
How you’ll succeed
- Adaptable – responds positively to change.
- Collaboration – works effectively with others.
- Explainer – communicates clearly and simply.
- Performance Focus – delivers high-quality work on time.
- Personal Responsibility – takes ownership.
- Positive Impact – maintains a constructive approach.
- Pride – produces work to a high standard.
These strengths may be assessed during application, assessment and interview.
Why apply?
We offer a competitive salary and benefits (including 25 days holiday, pension and private medical insurance), alongside the opportunity to be part of a landmark international sporting event.
Location & Working Pattern
Based at Wembley Stadium, with travel across the UK & Ireland as required.
- 2027: 3–4 days/week onsite
Everyone is welcome
We’re hiring for excellence through inclusion
We’re building a skilled, values-led workforce that reflects the diversity of the UK and Ireland. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and don’t expect a traditional career path.
All roles are subject to appropriate DBS checks.
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