People Operations Coordinator

About this role

The Role We’re looking for a proactive and service-focused People Operations Coordinator to join our Global team on a fixed-term contract from November 2026 to July 2027 . This is a key role within our People Team , helping to deliver a seamless employee experience across our UK businesses. You’ll provide hands-on HR support throughout the employee lifecycle, working closely with People Operations, Benefits, Payroll, Reward, HRIS, Recruitment and IT.

As a first point of contact for employees and managers, you’ll use your HR knowledge and judgement to provide practical support, manage competing priorities and build strong relationships, while identifying opportunities to simplify and improve how we work. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers, resolving queries and escalating sensitive or specialist matters where needed. Manage employee lifecycle activity from onboarding through to offboarding, including family leave, absence, contractual and compensation changes, flexible working, transfers and immigration matters.

Use Workday to manage transactions, resolve queries and maintain accurate people data and reporting. Coordinate contractor onboarding and offboarding, including agreements, classification checks and CEST assessments where required. Support UK benefits administration and renewal, including employee queries, provider updates and data checks. Support key People processes including goal setting, performance, promotion and compensation reviews.

Role Requirements At least 2 years’ HR generalist or People Operations experience , with practical knowledge of UK employment legislation. Experience supporting employee lifecycle processes and managing multiple priorities and stakeholders. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering a great employee experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with sound judgement and discretion.

A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach with a continuous improvement mindset. Experience using an HRIS such as Workday is preferred, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). A degree in Human Resources, Business Management or Psychology, or a CIPD Level 3 or 5 qualification , is highly regarded. What We Can Offer Alongside a competitive benefits package, you’ll enjoy a collaborative and social working environment, with regular social, cultural and charitable activities.