Graduate HR Coordinator

Position: Graduate – HR Coordinator
Job Description:

Graduate – HR Coordinator (Full-Time, Office-Based)

Location:

Beaconsfield, London

Department:
Human Resources

Reports to:

HR People Partner / HR Director

Contract Type:
Full-Time, Permanent

Working Pattern:
Office-Based (Monday–Friday)

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Graduate – HR Coordinator to join our HR team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate (or early-career HR professional) who has completed a degree in HR, Business, or a related discipline and is ready to take on greater responsibility in coordinating HR processes across the business.

You will play an active role in supporting and improving the full employee lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding through to employee engagement, learning, and offboarding. The HR Coordinator will work closely with managers and employees across departments to ensure HR processes run efficiently, data is maintained accurately, and the company culture continues to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

HR Coordination & Administration

* Act as a first point of contact for general HR queries, providing advice and guidance where appropriate.

* Maintain accurate employee data and HR documentation, ensuring compliance with GDPR and employment law.

* Coordinate HR communications, ensuring updates and announcements are delivered clearly and promptly.

* Prepare HR reports and metrics on areas such as absence, turnover, and training completion.

Recruitment & Talent Support

* Support talent team throughout the recruitment process — advertising, shortlisting, and scheduling interviews.

* Manage candidate communications and ensure a professional, positive candidate experience.

* Maintain recruitment trackers and support pre-employment screening, references, and right-to-work checks.

Onboarding Process

* Coordinate onboarding and induction processes for all new starters.

* Prepare offer letters, contracts, and welcome packs.

* Ensure new hires have the required IT access, equipment, and resources before their start date.

* Conduct first-day onboarding sessions and ensure probation reviews are scheduled and tracked.

* Collect feedback from new starters to continuously improve the onboarding experience.

Employee Engagement & HR Projects

* Support the planning and delivery of engagement initiatives, employee surveys, and internal events.

* Assist in the coordination of learning and development programmes.

* Contribute to HR policy updates, internal communications, and cultural initiatives.

* Participate in HR improvement projects focused on process efficiency and employee experience.

Offboarding Process

* Manage the leaver process including documentation, exit interviews, and system updates.

* Liaise with payroll, IT, and facilities to ensure smooth transitions and closure of access rights.

* Track exit feedback and assist in identifying trends for improvement.

Skills & Attributes

Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident learning new HR systems.

Positive, proactive, and adaptable mindset.

Education & Experience

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline (CIPD Level 3 or 5 desirable or in progress).

Prior internship or experience in HR administration or coordination is advantageous.

Knowledge of UK employment law, onboarding processes, and HR best practice.

Why Join Us

Gain hands-on coordination experience across the full HR function.

Opportunity to develop into an HR Advisor or Business Partner role.

Mentorship and CIPD sponsorship for professional development.

Exposure to a wide range of HR projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

A values-led organisation committed to integrity, teamwork, and excellence.

Salary & Benefits

Starting Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum (depending on experience).

Contract Type:
Full-time, permanent, office-based in Beaconsfield, London.

Benefits Include:

Annual Leave: 23 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Raising to 25 after 12months service.

Company pension scheme.

Funded CIPD qualification and professional development support.

Career progression and mentoring opportunities.

Modern office environment with supportive HR team.

Access to wellbeing initiatives and employee engagement programmes.

We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where HR graduates can grow their expertise and contribute to a culture of professionalism, care, and continuous improvement