HR Coordinator

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to join our client on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you'll provide essential administrative and operational support across all stages of the employee lifecycle. You'll play a key part in delivering a smooth and effective HR service, helping to foster a positive and engaging employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries from employees and managers.
• Support recruitment activity, including drafting job adverts, coordinating interviews, and preparing offer documentation.
• Manage onboarding and induction processes for new starters, ensuring a welcoming and compliant experience.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR systems.
• Provide payroll support by collating and submitting employee data.
• Track and monitor employee absences, including sickness and annual leave.
• Draft and issue HR documentation such as contracts, letters, and employment references.
• Assist with employee relations processes, including note-taking during investigations and disciplinary meetings.
• Support the coordination of learning and development activities and training events.
• Ensure all activities comply with current employment legislation and internal policies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or currently working towards) – preferred but not essential.

Experience

• Prior experience in an HR administration or coordinator role.
• Sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Skills and Competencies

• Highly organised with strong time management skills.
• Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Discreet and professional when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office and HR systems (experience with Breathe HR or Cintra Cloud is a plus).

If you're passionate about people, processes, and supporting a positive workplace culture, we'd love to hear from you.

Additional Information

• 5 hour week
• Office based role in Newcastle City Centre
• 31 days holiday inclusive on Bank holidays and Christmas shut down
• Pension 5%
• Employee Discount Schemes
• Start date - ASAP