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Established in 1673, by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London, Chelsea Physic Garden is home to over 4,500 medicinal, edible and useful plants. Our Mission:To demonstrate the medicinal, economic, cultural and environmental importance of plants to the survival and well-being of humankind.

HR Manager 14 hrs per week (2 days)

2yr fixed term contract

CIPD Level 4

Salary £14,600 pa (FTE £36,500)

This is a key new role at the Chelsea Physic Garden being recruited at a time when the organisation launches its new 10 year strategy, a major capital project and fundraising campaign. We are looking to appoint our first in house Human Resource Manager to support the organisation as it grows.  Based on site at least one of the two days per week, you will work with the senior leadership and recruiting managers to ensure timely recruitment processes, preparing and issuing employment contracts and support robust onboarding and induction processes.  You will work with the Director and leadership team to propose strategies and practices that support organisational talent development, employee engagement and staff retention.  Freelance HR consultancy retained.

To apply: Please complete the job application form available from the Chelsea Physic Garden website 

Closing date: Sunday 28 June at 11.59pm

First Interview date : Monday 6 July

The Role

The Trust has grown significantly over the past five years, from a team of 30 staff in 2020 to almost 60 in 2026. Our organisational strategy, which takes us to 2030/2031, predicts further growth across all our activities, that will allow us to increase and improve the support we provide for young people, and further raise the profile of social mobility in the UK. As part of this, we are currently in the early development stages for the Trust’s first ever People Strategy.

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented HR Assistant: Recruitment to support the administration of our recruitment, onboarding and compliance processes.

The Team

The HR Assistant: Recruitment will join a small and dynamic team that covers Finance, Human Resources, IT and Business Operations. The Finance & Operations team play a critical role by running the day-to-day operations and providing the infrastructure that enables the continued delivery of the Trust’s mission and objectives. The role will report to the Senior Operations Manager and will work closely with colleagues both in Finance & Operations and across the wider Trust.

Main duties

Pre- and Post-Employment

• Coordinating the end-to-end recruitment process, e.g., ensuring completeness of recruitment documentation, coordinating interviews, liaising with candidates etc.

• Providing routine recruitment advice and support for hiring managers, with support from your line manager

• Supporting key employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, induction, probation reviews and leavers' processes

• Maintaining an awareness of current employment trends, processes and best practice to support effective and inclusive recruitment and onboarding

HR Administration and Compliance

• Managing HR documentation, e.g., staff files, new starter contracts etc.

• Maintaining and updating HR systems, e.g., Teamtailor ATS, Personio etc.

• Supporting the Finance team with payroll administration

• Supporting the coordination and monitoring of mandatory HR compliance training across the Trust

• Supporting with day-to-day queries relating to HR policies and processes, with support from your line manager. Completing related research, as required.

Other

• Acting as the Trust's first point of contact, by providing a responsive and efficient service for general external and internal telephone and email enquiries

• Supporting general HR projects, as required

• Other duties as necessary from time to time

Person Specification

We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and first-class interpersonal skills

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multi-task

• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly

We are also looking for an individual who is or has:

• Sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage

• High attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with a high degree of initiative

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately

• Ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• Eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work, please note we are not a licensed visa sponsor)

In addition, experience in the following areas will help you to stand out. However, this is not required, and training will be provided if needed for the right candidate:

• Experience of providing administrative support, particularly in an HR capacity

• Experience of managing a range of different projects

• Experience of working in the education or not-for-profit sector

Terms of Appointment

• Contract: Full-time (part-time 4 days considered), 12-month fixed-term contract initially

• Salary: £30,800-£31,500

• Working location: Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.

• Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP.

• Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends

• DBS check may be required

Interviews

Applications should reach us by 10am, Thursday 18th June, with interviews held in our London offices on Wednesday, 24th June.

Safeguarding statement

The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.

Contextual recruitment

The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.

We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.

HR Business Partner

Calling all HR experts!

Anna Freud is seeking a HR Business Partner to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.

Our EDI commitment

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience.

We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve.

As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles.

What we offer

We offer a range of staff benefits, including an all-in-one rewards and recognition platform called Perkbox and wellbeing offers such as finishing early on Fridays and free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact.

Alongside our wider staff benefits, this is a great role for someone looking to build broad HR Business Partnering experience in a varied and purpose-driven organisation. You’ll be part of a collaborative and well-connected People & Culture team, with opportunities to work closely with senior leaders, contribute to organisation-wide projects and change activity, and build strong partnerships across Anna Freud. The role also offers opportunities for continued professional development through initiatives such as our Manager Development Programme, alongside opportunities to help shape the colleague experience and share ideas through forums such as the Employee Voice Forum.

What you’ll do

This is a varied and collaborative HR Business Partner role where you’ll work closely with senior leaders and managers across Anna Freud, helping shape people plans, provide expert advice and support teams to deliver their priorities in a way that reflects our values and supports a positive colleague experience.

• You’ll build trusted relationships with Executive Directors and senior managers, getting to know their teams and priorities so you can offer practical and proactive people support that meets business needs
• You’ll provide expert advice and guidance on a range of employee relations matters, including restructures, TUPE transfers, disciplinary and grievance matters, helping managers feel confident navigating complex situations
• You’ll partner with colleagues across People & Culture, including HR Operations, Organisational Development and Recruitment, to deliver joined-up people initiatives and make sure support feels consistent and effective
• You’ll help shape and implement people strategies that support service delivery, using your HR expertise to develop solutions that are practical, people-focused and aligned with organisational priorities
• You’ll coach and support managers to build confidence in leading their teams, while helping to embed inclusive recruitment and people practices that reflect Anna Freud’s values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

What you’ll bring

This role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, partnering with senior leaders and providing practical, people-focused advice in a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation. You’ll bring a broad HR generalist background, sound judgement and the confidence to support managers through both day-to-day people matters and wider organisational change.

• Strong experience developing and delivering HR strategy, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into practical people-focused solutions
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice, alongside experience advising on employee relations matters such as restructures, TUPE transfers, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Proven experience building effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and wider stakeholders, with the confidence to influence and build credibility at all levels
• Experience supporting or leading change projects, with the ability to balance business needs with a positive colleague experience and organisational values
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, with the ability to provide clear advice, support managers to build confidence and contribute to inclusive people practices across the organisation

 

Key details

Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week: usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00. Flexible working is possible.

Salary: £52,000 FTE per annum, plus 6% contributory pension scheme

Location: hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours at our London office (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH)

Contract type: Permanent

Next steps

Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Monday 15 June 2026. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.

Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Monday, 22 June 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Interviews: will be held in-person/remotely in week commencing 6 July 2026

How to apply: click on the 'apply now’ button to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.

Questions?

Please email us with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

We are looking for a vibrant, hands-on Resourcing & HR Specialist to power the growth of our team and keep our people operations running smoothly.

As well as contributing to our long-term workforce planning, you will play a key role in cultivating a positive, transparent, and supportive recruitment experience from initial application through to the final hiring decision; and help new team members feel supported, connected, and set up to thrive - so we not only hire the right people, but retain them.

Your key responsibility (and we anticipate 80% of the role) is to oversee all recruitment and onboarding activity, particularly for our team of associate counsellors which is growing fast. Alongside this you will also provide more general HR support, administering our systems and helping us strengthen our team culture.

We would love to hear from you even if you don’t feel you have all the skills or experience mentioned in the accompanying job description but you do share our values and mission.

We are looking to recruit an experienced HR Advisor to provide comprehensive HR support. You’ll play a key role in supporting the employee experience, providing top-notch support to all teams in the organisation and be comfortable working in a unionised environment and with all levels of seniority.  

Our recent all-staff survey reported high satisfaction levels, with 96% believing in the aims of the charity, 94% of staff having pride in working for the Centre, 94% of staff enjoying working with their colleagues and 94% agreeing they feel trusted to do their job.

In this role, experience of employee relations will be pivotal in supporting the organisation. As a trusted advisor, you will have sound employment law knowledge and be comfortable with challenging conversations, supporting managers with any issues such as sickness absence, holiday queries, capability or a disciplinary procedure. 

You’ll ensure that recruitment costs are kept to a minimum, work with recruitment managers to ensure vacancies are advertised following internal processes and ensure employment contracts are finalised before onboarding starts.  You'll also be confident using IT systems to assign training to new joiners and to existing staff, keeping records of courses and ensuring that safeguarding training is completed.

Bringing your experience of HR and a willingness and enthusiasm to the role, you will proactively seek to continually improve yourself and the role, championing a culture of service excellence, as well as taking ownership and accountability of your workload.

Please refer to the job description for further information. If you have any questions please email us.

The post is full time, 35 hours a week. For the right candidate, we will consider a 0.8fte (28 hours) appointment.

In your cv and cover letter please outline how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would like to work for us. You must account for any gaps in your employment history.

The Centre is an equal opportunities employer.  We are always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us and help improve the lives of homeless young people, insecurely housed families and their children.  We particularly want to encourage people from under-represented groups in the not-for-profit sector to step forward and apply to work with us. We require our staff to recognise the valuable role that volunteers play in the work of the Centre and to welcome and support volunteers with whom they work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We require job applicants, staff and volunteers to complete a criminal records self-declaration and, for this role, to undertake a basic DBS check.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
 

Benefits

· 26 days’ leave, rising to 28 days’ leave after two years’ service (pro rata for part time staff)

· Discretionary wellbeing and celebratory days

· Workplace pension scheme and we’ll match employee contributions up to a maximum of 6%

· Life assurance cover (after probation passed)

· Employee assistance programme

· Season ticket loan

· Training and development opportunities

· Access to Blue Light Card discounts

How to apply

Send your cv and cover letter.  To ensure fairness at all stages of the process, please don’t send your application to any other email address at the Centre

Closing date for applications: Monday 15 June, 9am
Interviews will be held by end of June

Please note that a short test will form part of the interview process, if you are shortlisted details will be provided to you in advance.

If you’ve not heard from us three weeks after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Based at our Head Office in Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0BX

Status:       Permanent 

Salary:       Band 5, £31,049 - £33,487, per annum, pro rata, dependent on
                     experience, plus 5% Outer London Fringe Allowance 

Hours:       Part-time, 20 hours per week, hybrid working available 

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About Us:

Combat Stress is the UK’s leading mental health charity for veterans. For over a century, we’ve been helping former service personnel deal with issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) resulting from military service. We have teams across the UK providing online and in-person treatment and support, depending on the individual’s needs and circumstances of those who need us.

About the role:

Join our HR team and play a key role in supporting people across the organisation.

In this position, you’ll provide a high-quality, efficient administrative service to the wider HR function, ensuring every stage of the employee lifecycle runs smoothly - from onboarding through to ongoing support. You’ll take ownership of maintaining accurate records and ensuring full compliance with essential checks, including DBS, PVG, Access NI, and professional registrations.

Working closely with the Payroll team, you’ll also help ensure payroll processes are completed accurately and on time, contributing to a seamless experience for all employees.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, organised, and passionate about delivering excellent HR support within a purpose-driven charity environment.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

What we offer:

You will work within a reputable charity that is constantly evolving to meet the needs of our veterans, that has a fantastic cause and a committed follower base.

Benefits:

•          27 days annual leave, with an increase to 30 days annual leave upon
           5 years of continuous service, plus bank holidays and an additional
           increase to 33 days annual leave upon 10 years continuous service,
           plus bank holidays. 

•       Competitive stakeholder pension scheme - contributions matched up to
           11% of salary

•       Discount shopping vouchers

•       Access to the Employee Assistance Programme

•          Flexible working

•          Access to Blue Light Card scheme

•          Death in Service Scheme

About us 

CASPA encourages autistic pride and supports autistic individuals to have fun, learn life skills, and make safe and inclusive community connections. 

Our vision is to build a society in which autistic individuals feel understood and empowered to be their full self and live their best life. Our values are: 

Acceptance – We are inclusive and celebrate our differences. 

Support – We are supportive, caring and kind. 

Community – We connect people and build community. 

Trust – We earn trust and create safety. 

Communication – We listen to others and communicate honestly. 

About the role 

The HR and Operations Manager is responsible for managing the employee lifecycle and core operational functions at CASPA.

The role ensures that HR and operational processes are efficient, compliant, and accessible.It also has a strategic focus on user experience in a neurodiverse organisation. 

What you’ll do: 

• Manage the full employee lifecycle 

• Keep HR processes running smoothly, ensuring they are efficient, compliant and easy to use. 

• Maintain accurate HR systems so all our date is up to date and GDPR compliant. 

• Manage monthly payroll and pension processing. 

• Provide clear, practical HR advice, guidance, and support to managers and staff on employee relations and workplace issues 

• Lead staff wellbeing, engagement, and development to promote a positive workplace culture. 

• Help deliver important infrastructure projects. 

• Make sure day-to-day operations run efficiently. 

• Keep processes running smoothly so our teams can focus on supporting our members and staff. 

• Bring a strategic focus on accessibility and a great user experience for everyone. 

Salary Band: £26,590.64 per annum
Contract Type:  12 month fixed-term contract with potential to extend 

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer 

Working Pattern:28 hours per week. 

Location: Able to work at CASPA's Oakley House Bromley office on Mondays and/or Tuesdays with hybrid-working flexibility for remaining hours.

About you 

We’re looking for someone who is 

• Resilient and solution-focused 

• Able to work independently and as part of a team 

• Proactive and people-focused in communications with colleagues and staff 

• Takes pride in delivering high-quality work 

• Eager to learn and develop in the role 

You are also someone who shares our way of working: 

Committed – We are committed to CASPA’s mission and our work. 

Learning – We share knowledge, learn from others to grow our skills, and  support others to grow. 

Proactive – We take action, problem solve and “muck in” where needed. 

Organised – We plan and manage our time, tasks and responsibilities. 

Optimistic – We think positively, encourage fun, and promote autistic Pride. 

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. 
 
We are keen to attract those with lived experience of autism. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and disability. 

The safety and welfare of our members is paramount. This post is subject to satisfactory references and a full DBS check. 

Closing date for applications: 11th June 2026 

Interviews to take place: w/c 15th June 2026 

We may close our recruitment campaign early based on application suitability and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Please note that this role requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK for the duration of employment without sponsorship. 

If you want CASPA to delete your personal information after the recruitment campaign closes, let us know when you apply. 

Provide expert HR support to deliver organisational change, role design, and workforce improvements. Partner with leaders to ensure effective people solutions aligned to University priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and consultations.
• Advise on organisational design, workforce planning, and role clarity.
• Lead reviews and updates of job descriptions and support job evaluation processes.
• Provide expert HR advice on policies, employee relations, and people issues.
• Work collaboratively with the HR partnering team to deliver consistent support.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and influence decision-making.

Essential:

• Experience in HR Business Partnering or senior advisory roles
• Strong background in change management and consultations
• Knowledge of job design/evaluation and employment law
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills
• CIPD qualified (Level 5+)

Desirable:

• Experience in higher education or public sector

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver an HR transformation project, helping AMRC to deliver a more effective HR function that enables our team to learn, develop and thrive. The postholder will be responsible for refreshing and delivering fit-for-purpose HR policies and processes, and for developing a new learning and development framework. AMRC has a small but growing team (now 20 people) and we have always outsourced our HR support. We are now looking for someone who can embed themselves in the AMRC team, to understand our culture and help us prioritise being a great place to work. AMRC has recently published a new strategy which sets out our purpose to champion, support and connect our members. This role will help us show how we also champion, support and connect our employees.

Please see the attached job description for more information. 

HR Officer

Salary: £38,738 per annum

Contract: Full-time, 3-month fixed term contract

Location: London (hybrid working available)

We are pleased to be supporting a specialist higher education institution in the search for a temporary HR Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with strong employee relations experience to work across a varied and impactful caseload.

Working closely with HR Business Partners and senior stakeholders, this role provides high‑quality, practical advice across the full employee lifecycle, supporting managers to navigate people matters confidently, compliantly and consistently.

Key Responsibilities for this role include:

Employee Relations & Advisory Support

• Providing professional advice and support across a broad range of employee relations matters, including absence management, performance, conduct, grievance, capability and dignity at work cases.
• Supporting managers with disciplinary, grievance and change‑related processes in line with policy, procedure and employment legislation.
• Advising on occupational health referrals, interpreting reports and supporting managers to implement recommendations.

Policy, Contracts & Casework

• Supporting the interpretation and application of HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• Managing the fixed‑term contracts process, including tracking end dates, coordinating extensions or terminations, issuing documentation and ensuring compliance.
• Advising on family‑friendly leave, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, career breaks and related processes, including the production of maternity leave schedules.

Change, Job Evaluation & Projects

• Contributing to organisational change activity, including restructures, changes to terms and conditions, redundancy and redeployment processes.
• Undertaking job evaluations for new or amended roles to support recruitment, regrading and organisational design activity.
• Supporting people‑focused projects relating to contractual, policy or terms and conditions changes.

Collaboration & Best Practice

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider People & Culture function to share expertise, coordinate activity and ensure consistency.
• Developing strong internal and external networks to ensure the application of best practice and awareness of sector developments.

To be considered for this position, you should bring:

• CIPD Level 5 or above qualification.
• Previous HR experience within Higher Education institutions.
• Demonstrable experience managing employee relations casework within a complex, unionised environment.
• Sound working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills, with the resilience to manage competing priorities.
• High standards of data protection, information governance and confidentiality.
• Digital confidence, with experience using HR systems and collaborative digital tools.

Knowledge of job evaluation frameworks, HR systems and UKVI requirements would be advantageous.

If you're motivated by the opportunity to provide meaningful HR support in a culturally rich and values‑driven academic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply below and submit your CV in Word format.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you throughout the application process.

About the Role

We're looking for an organised, proactive and people-focused HR Administrator to join our small, friendly team and UKCISA.

You’ll play a key role in supporting the full employee and volunteer lifecycle, helping us create a positive and inclusive experience for everyone who works with us.

This is a varied role where no two weeks look the same. You’ll support recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, volunteer governance, and small improvement projects — all with the guidance of our Head of Finance & Resources and an external HR advisor when needed.

If you enjoy meaningful work, value autonomy, and like being part of a mission‑driven organisation, this could be a great fit.

About UKCISA

The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) support international students and the institutions, students’ unions and organisations who work with them. Our mission is to ensure every international student has a positive, supportive and informed experience throughout their time in the UK.

We are a small team of around 20 permanent staff, working closely with a network of volunteers, trustees and member organisations. Despite our size, our impact is significant – we provide expert guidance, training, policy insight and a trusted advice line that helps shape the national conversation on international student experience.

We’re collaborative, values-driven and committed to creating an inclusive environment for both our staff and the communities we serve.

Further information about us and the services we provide can be found on our website.

What You’ll Be Doing

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support managers with scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates

• Prepare offer letters, contracts and new starter packs

• Carry out right‑to‑work and reference checks

• Co‑ordinate induction plans and ensure new starters are set up on our systems

• Provide admin support for recruitment of staff, trustees and committee members (We typically recruit around five roles per year, so this is steady but manageable.)

HR Administration – Employees

• Keep personnel files accurate and up to date

• Process changes such as hours, job titles, salary amendments and contract renewals

• Draft routine HR letters (e.g., confirmations, probation outcomes)

• Support the review and updating of HR policies

• Manage the quarterly rota for our advice line

HR Administration – Volunteers

• Maintain accurate records for trustees and committee members

• Support governance admin such as registers of interest and suitability checks

• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission and Companies House requirements

• Work closely with the Head of Finance & Resources on governance tasks (Governance cycles are predictable and well‑supported.)

Attendance & Leave Management

• Keep annual leave, sickness and other absence records up to date

• Run leave reports and share them with managers ahead of the leave‑year end

General Support

• Contribute to HR projects and help improve our processes

• Keep our intranet updated with useful HR information

• Provide friendly, high‑quality support to staff and volunteers

• Help us nurture a positive, inclusive workplace culture

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in an HR support role (CIPD Level 3 or working towards it is ideal)

• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

• Excellent attention to detail

• Clear, confident communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with remote colleagues

• A proactive approach and willingness to improve how we work

• Alignment with UKCISA’s mission and values

In Your First Few Months, You Will Have…

• Built strong working relationships across the organisation

• Become confident using PeopleHR to support the team

• Reviewed our HR systems and suggested ways to improve efficiency

Why Join Us?

• A genuinely supportive team

• A role with variety and autonomy

• Opportunities to shape processes and make a real impact

• A mission‑driven organisation where your work matters

• Staff benefits include:

o A defined benefit pension scheme (USS),

o Support for your training & development as well as 3 days personal development leave

o 25 days annual leave + bank holidays as well as concessionary days between Christmas and New Years. Staff also receive an extra day of leave for every year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days.

o Flexible working – Our staff mainly work from home, but we have an office in London for collaborative work and staff who want access to an office space. We also meet in person for regular all-staff days in London.

We welcome applications from throughout the UK, as long as you are able to join us in London for one day every month.

We are unable to sponsor visa for this role, so you must have the right to work in the UK.

About the role

The HR Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of The Brilliant Club’s HR operations. Sitting within a wider HR team, this role is primarily focused on delivering high quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle, particularly in relation to attraction, recruitment, selection, onboarding and offboarding activity.

Working closely with the HR Director and wider HR team, the HR Coordinator will help ensure that HR processes are delivered efficiently, consistently and with excellent attention to detail. The role will involve maintaining accurate employee records within our HR system (Personio), coordinating recruitment administration, supporting compliance processes and assisting with a range of people-related activities across the organisation.

Alongside core HR administration, the HR Coordinator will also have the opportunity to support wider HR and organisational projects, including elements of equality, diversity and inclusion work, process improvement initiatives and systems development. At times, the role may also involve supporting related administrative activity connected to our tutor workforce and wider operations processes.

This role would suit someone with strong organisational and administrative skills who thrives in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment and enjoys balancing multiple priorities. We are looking for someone who is proactive, flexible and willing to get stuck into a broad range of work, including opportunities that may sit slightly outside of their immediate remit in order to support their own development and the wider team.

Prior HR experience is not essential, however a genuine interest in HR, people, culture and organisational development is strongly encouraged and desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to build a career within HR and develop their skills within a supportive, collaborative and mission-driven organisation.

About you

The role will best suit someone who

• Essential – Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively, work independently and exercise good judgement around when to escalate issues or seek support.
• Essential – Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Essential – Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor communication to different audiences and present information clearly and professionally.
• Essential – Good numerical and mathematical ability, including confidence working with proportions and calculations relating to employee entitlements. Training will be provided, however an aptitude and awareness around working with numbers is essential.
• Essential – A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Essential – A demonstrable passion for The Brilliant Club’s mission to increase access to higher education for underrepresented groups.
• Essential – An interest in HR, people management, culture or organisational development, alongside a willingness to learn and develop within the role.
• Essential – Adhere to information security policies included in the charity’s ISO 27001 manual and complete information security training.
• Desirable – Previous experience in an administrative role, particularly within a busy or fast paced environment.
• Desirable – Experience of working in a small or medium-sized charity or education environment.
• Desirable – Experience of working with HR systems, databases or managing sensitive employee data.

Prospectus is pleased to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an interim HR Manager – Employee Relations Specialist. This is an opportunity to step into a critical role during a period of transition, where you will make an immediate impact by strengthening ER practice and embedding robust, consistent processes. You’ll have real ownership, helping shape a fair, inclusive and well-managed workplace.

You will manage a complex ER caseload while leading on implementing recommendations from a recent ER audit. Working in a small People Service team supporting around 260 staff, you will update key policies, improve the quality and consistency of casework, and enhance reporting and documentation. This role is focused on strengthening processes and compliance during a time of team change, bringing clarity, structure and confidence to ER delivery.

You have strong experience managing a broad range of ER casework, including complex and sensitive investigations. You are confident handling high-risk issues, including potential discrimination cases, with sound judgement and a fair, balanced approach. You are highly organised and process-driven, with experience updating policies and improving reporting and record-keeping.

A strong communicator, you build trust quickly and can coach and influence managers effectively. You bring a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset, act with integrity and discretion, and are committed to inclusion and employee wellbeing. CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) is expected.

Hybrid working is offered, with a minimum of four days per month in the London office.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

HR & Operations Coordinator

Full time, permanent contract with 6 months’ probation.

The HR and Operations Coordinator is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of NEF, offering the opportunity to contribute across both people and operations.

Reporting to the Head of People and Organisational Development, you’ll play a key role in delivering high quality HR administration and supporting an efficient and impactful HR function. Just as importantly, you’ll help create an environment where colleagues can thrive, whilst contributing to NEF’s mission of building an economy that works for people and planet.

This role goes beyond traditional HR. As part of NEF’s wider operations team which spans finance, IT, fundraising, and project management, you’ll be exposed to a broad range of activities and priorities. You’ll act as a flexible and valued team member, stepping in to support key projects, respond to emerging needs, and help keep things running smoothly across the organisation.

It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, is naturally organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring strong prioritisation skills, a proactive mindset, and a professional, reliable approach, along with a genuine enthusiasm for getting stuck in and making a difference.

Role: HR & Ops Co-ordinator
Hours of work: Full Time (32 hours per week under NEF’s Shorter Working Week)
Salary: £39,066 - £42,272
Location: London/South East (in-office four days per week)
Contract type: Permanent

How to apply

Deadline for applications: midnight, 7th June 2026.
Interviews:  First stage interviews offered online on June 16th 2026 with second stage in-person interviews on June 24th 2026.

Start date: ASAP

We are only considering candidates who have previous experience in HR administration. 

Please answer the following questions on a separate Word document and submit alongside your CV 

1. Please confirm the details of your previous HR work experience, including job title, length of service and key responsibilities (200 words)
2. Please describe what you think are the three most important elements of the HR function in order to support a productive, professional and happy work place? (200 words)

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor visas.

Inclusivity at NEF:

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity:

We value all candidates and are committed to equal opportunity. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, or would like information in an alternative format, please let us know.

We actively promote positive action to advance fairness and tackle underrepresentation within our workforce.