HR Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking an organised HR Coordinator to join our busy HR team in Rochester. You will provide end‑to‑end administrative support across the employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth recruitment, onboarding, payroll and employee relations processes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage onboarding, contracts, probation reviews, employee changes and leaver administration.
• Coordinate recruitment activities from job advertising to interview scheduling and new‑starter onboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HR and payroll systems.
• Produce HR reports and management information.
• Monitor mandatory training, support learning and development initiatives.
• Administer sickness absence, annual leave and return‑to‑work documentation.
• Prepare payroll data, salary amendments and adjustments within deadlines.
• Support employee relations by preparing documentation and taking meeting notes.
• Assist with employee engagement, wellbeing activities and internal communications.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, GDPR and company policies, including right‑to‑work checks.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a fast‑paced HR team.
• Solid understanding of HR administration and recruitment processes.
• Working knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proactive, flexible and solutions‑focused attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary range £30,000‑£35,000 per year.
• Permanent, full‑time contract.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.