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People & Governance Coordinator
The People & Governance Coordinator is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of The Pankhurst Trust (incorporating Manchester Women's Aid), offering the opportunity to develop a career in HR while supporting people, culture and governance across the organisation.
About Us
The Pankhurst Trust (Incorporating Manchester Women's Aid) is a Manchester-based charity supporting women, children and communities affected by domestic abuse.
Our mission is to help people live lives free from abuse through services that support safety, recovery, independence and empowerment. Based at the Pankhurst Centre, the birthplace of the suffragette movement, we are proud to continue a legacy of women's activism, equality and social change.
About the Role
As part of our Central Services team, you'll help create a positive employee experience across the organisation. From recruitment and onboarding to learning, wellbeing and employee relations, you'll support the people practices that enable our staff and volunteers to deliver life-changing services.
You'll also play an important role in supporting the governance of the charity, acting as a key point of contact for Trustees and Board sub-committees and helping to ensure effective decision-making and accountability.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in HR, People Management or Organisational Development. You'll gain experience across the full employee lifecycle, contribute to strategic projects and develop an understanding of charity governance within a supportive and values-led organisation.
As part of the role, you'll be supported to complete a Level 5 People Professional Apprenticeship, leading to a recognised CIPD qualification.
What You'll Be Doing
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Coordinating recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes
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Supporting managers and colleagues with day-to-day people queries
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Maintaining accurate, confidential and audit-ready records
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Reviewing and improving HR and people processes
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Producing reports and insights from people data
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Coordinating Board and sub-committee meetings, papers, minutes and action logs
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Supporting governance processes and Trustee administration
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Working with colleagues across Volunteering, Training and Central Services on organisational projects
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Supervising and supporting Business Support Officers
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Contributing to a positive, inclusive and values-led culture
About You
You'll enjoy supporting others, building strong relationships and helping things run smoothly behind the scenes. You'll be organised, proactive and comfortable balancing competing priorities while handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
You'll be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a feminist, trauma-informed organisation and will have:
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A strong interest in HR, Governance, Organisational Development or People Management
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Experience providing administrative support in a professional environment
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Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
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The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with a variety of stakeholders
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Confidence coordinating projects and supporting colleagues
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A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement
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The ability to analyse information and present meaningful insights
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Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
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High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality
Previous HR administration experience would be beneficial but is not essential. We welcome candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills, a commitment to learning and a passion for supporting people and organisational success.
Key Dates
Closing Date: 29 June 2026, 5pm
Interviews: Week commencing 6 July 2026 (Central Manchester)
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Helping women, children and communities live lives free from abuse through support, safety, recovery and empowerment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Pay: £27,980 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience).
Hours: Full time
Duration: Immediate start required. 3 months FTC with possibility of extension if funding is secured.
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK with hybrid working available
Can you help us find the people we need to deliver life-saving healthcare in humanitarian emergencies?
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we've been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.
As UK-Med continues to grow, we're looking for a Recruitment Assistant to support the delivery of a fast, efficient, and positive recruitment experience for candidates and hiring managers. You will play a key role in helping us recruit the people who make our work possible, from HQ staff and international programme personnel to members of the UK-Med Register.
Working closely with the Recruitment team and wider HR team, you'll support the administration and coordination of recruitment campaigns, candidate communications, interview scheduling, onboarding checks, and recruitment systems. Due to the immediate nature of this requirement, we are seeking candidates who can start as soon as possible for an initial 3-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to funding. You'll help ensure recruitment processes run smoothly and efficiently while providing an excellent experience for candidates throughout their journey with UK-Med.
This role would suit someone with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for helping people. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, and delivering a high standard of service in a fast-paced environment.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits, a supportive working environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through humanitarian work. UK-Med is an ambitious and growing organisation, and this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your recruitment and HR career while contributing to our life-saving mission.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – Recruitment Assistant - June 2026 before applying for this role.
To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.
Response to the following question:
- A detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification
Please apply as soon as possible and no later than Monday 29th June 2026.
This is a rolling recruitment process; applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply early.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.