Role Title: HR Coordinator/Administrator
Location: Office Based – Blackburn (occasional travel to Manchester, approx. 4 days per year)
Salary: From £26,000 dependent on experience

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and organised HR Coordinator/Administrator to join our team. This is a generalist HR role with a strong focus on recruitment to start with, providing essential support across the business to ensure smooth operations and a positive employee experience. Health and safety experience would also be a bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR administration support, including personnel records, employee documentation, and HR databases.
• Assist with recruitment processes: job postings, shortlisting, interview coordination, and offer management.
• Support onboarding for new employees, ensuring all compliance and documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate employee files in line with GDPR and other legal requirements.
• Manage and monitor employee absence, holidays, and sickness records.
• Support the performance management process, including preparing appraisals and maintaining documentation.
• Assist with employee relations matters, providing support and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Coordinate training and development activities to support employees’ professional growth.
• Support payroll administration, including data input and liaising with payroll providers.
• Assist with implementing HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance across the business.
• Provide general HR guidance and support to managers and staff.

Essential Skills and Experience

• 2–5 years of HR experience, ideally in recruitment-heavy roles; legal or finance sector experience is a plus.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and able to work independently, taking initiative where needed.
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and UK employment law.
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in the legal or finance sector.
• Familiarity with HR software and systems (e.g., HRIS, payroll systems).
• CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards one (training can be provided).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: From £26,000 depending on experience.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Free parking.