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People Operations Coordinator

Cardiff

Permanent

HR

Professional Services

The Opportunity


An award-winning, top-tier law firm is seeking a HR & Payroll Coordinator to join its collaborative Human Resources team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a progressive, people-focused organisation that values innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork.


Working as part of a 30-person HR function, this role sits within the People Operations team and plays a vital part in ensuring a seamless employee experience across the full HR lifecycle - from onboarding to payroll and day-to-day HR operations.

The Role


As the first point of contact for HR queries, you'll provide exceptional support to colleagues and managers while ensuring accuracy and efficiency across HR and payroll processes.


Key responsibilities include:



  • Managing the full onboarding and offboarding process, including contracts, system updates, IT coordination, and payroll notifications.


  • Preparing documentation for contractual changes such as promotions, salary adjustments, and role updates.


  • Providing day-to-day HR guidance on policies, procedures, and payroll matters.


  • Maintaining and updating HR systems with accuracy and attention to detail.


  • Ensuring compliance with right-to-work checks and other pre-employment screening requirements.


  • Assisting with payroll queries and reconciliations, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.


  • Supporting process improvements and documentation within the HR function.


  • Collaborating with colleagues across the HR team to deliver a consistent, high-quality service.

About You


You'll be a confident communicator with strong organisational skills and a genuine interest in HR operations. You'll thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment where accuracy and initiative are key.


Essential skills and experience:



  • Previous experience working within an HR team environment.


  • Exposure to HR systems and processes.


  • Strong Excel skills and familiarity with HR databases or service management systems.


  • Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management.


  • Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.


  • Customer-focused approach with the confidence to engage with employees at all levels.


Desirable:



  • Experience supporting payroll processes or handling payroll-related queries.


  • Understanding of basic payroll concepts (e.g. statutory payments, HMRC starter checklists).

Why Apply?


This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your HR career within a highly regarded professional services firm known for its supportive culture and commitment to employee development. You'll gain exposure across multiple HR disciplines - including systems, payroll, and compliance - in a collaborative environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.

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People Operations Coordinator

LHH

1 days ago

Permanent

HR

Professional Services

Cardiff

The Opportunity


An award-winning, top-tier law firm is seeking a HR & Payroll Coordinator to join its collaborative Human Resources team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a progressive, people-focused organisation that values innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork.


Working as part of a 30-person HR function, this role sits within the People Operations team and plays a vital part in ensuring a seamless employee experience across the full HR lifecycle - from onboarding to payroll and day-to-day HR operations.

The Role


As the first point of contact for HR queries, you'll provide exceptional support to colleagues and managers while ensuring accuracy and efficiency across HR and payroll processes.


Key responsibilities include:



  • Managing the full onboarding and offboarding process, including contracts, system updates, IT coordination, and payroll notifications.


  • Preparing documentation for contractual changes such as promotions, salary adjustments, and role updates.


  • Providing day-to-day HR guidance on policies, procedures, and payroll matters.


  • Maintaining and updating HR systems with accuracy and attention to detail.


  • Ensuring compliance with right-to-work checks and other pre-employment screening requirements.


  • Assisting with payroll queries and reconciliations, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.


  • Supporting process improvements and documentation within the HR function.


  • Collaborating with colleagues across the HR team to deliver a consistent, high-quality service.

About You


You'll be a confident communicator with strong organisational skills and a genuine interest in HR operations. You'll thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment where accuracy and initiative are key.


Essential skills and experience:



  • Previous experience working within an HR team environment.


  • Exposure to HR systems and processes.


  • Strong Excel skills and familiarity with HR databases or service management systems.


  • Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management.


  • Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.


  • Customer-focused approach with the confidence to engage with employees at all levels.


Desirable:



  • Experience supporting payroll processes or handling payroll-related queries.


  • Understanding of basic payroll concepts (e.g. statutory payments, HMRC starter checklists).

Why Apply?


This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your HR career within a highly regarded professional services firm known for its supportive culture and commitment to employee development. You'll gain exposure across multiple HR disciplines - including systems, payroll, and compliance - in a collaborative environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.

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