HR and People Advisor

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page (UK) in Manchester is seeking a proactive HR & Office Coordinator to support a growing professional services team. You will manage day-to-day HR administration and ensure the office runs smoothly and efficiently.

This varied role offers the chance to build HR experience, support onboarding, coordinate recruitment activities, handle policies, and engage with employees while working closely with the wider HR team.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration and office coordination.
• Familiarity with GDPR and HR records.
• Ability to support recruitment processes and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR administration and maintain employee records.
• Support recruitment, screen candidates, coordinate interviews and offers.
• Coordinate onboarding and induct new starters.
• Maintain employee data and absence records in line with GDPR.
• Assist with performance reviews and HR processes.
• Support office coordination, facilities management, and health & safety.
• Serve as first point of contact for HR queries and liaise with IT and facilities teams.

Skills

HR Administration

Recruitment Support

Onboarding

GDPR

Office Coordination

Facilities Management

IT Liaison

Employee Engagement

Health & Safety

Policy Communication

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR Systems

Job description

• Manchester city centre opportunity
• Excellent opportunity to develop your HR career

About Our Client

Our client is a growing professional services organisation with an expanding Manchester office, which is becoming an increasingly important hub for the wider business.

Job Description

With the office set to grow to around 60 employees, they are looking for a proactive, organised and people-focused HR & Office Coordinator to play a key role in supporting employees while ensuring the office runs smoothly and efficiently.

This is a varied role offering the opportunity to build your HR experience while taking ownership of the day-to-day coordination of a busy professional office.

HR Support

• Provide day-to-day HR administration, maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
• Support the recruitment process, including preparing job adverts, candidate screening, interview coordination and offers
• Coordinate onboarding and ensure new starters receive a smooth and engaging induction
• Maintain accurate employee information in line with GDPR and company requirements
• Manage holiday, sickness and absence records
• Support performance reviews, appraisals and other people-related processes
• Provide administrative support on employee relations matters, escalating issues where appropriate
• Assist with the implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures
• Act as a first point of contact for routine HR queries from employees and managers
• Organise employee engagement activities, social events and charity initiatives
• Work closely with the wider HR team based at head office

Office Coordination

• Take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the Manchester office
• Coordinate suppliers, including cleaning, stationery, utilities and maintenance providers
• Liaise with building management to resolve facilities and office-related issues
• Coordinate workspace and equipment requirements for new starters, working closely with IT
• Manage meeting rooms, office supplies and general workplace organisation
• Support health & safety processes and ensure the office remains a safe and welcoming environment
• Assist with internal events, employee engagement and wellbeing initiativesAct as the main point of contact for office, facilities and workplace queries
• Identify opportunities to improve office processes and the overall employee experience

The Successful Applicant

he successful HR & Office Coordinator will ideally have:

• Previous experience in an HR, office coordination or facilities-based role, ideally within a professional services environment
• A good understanding of HR processes, policies and procedures
• CIPD Level 3 qualification or a willingness to work towards one would be advantageous
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, hands-on approach
• Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships across the business
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and HR systems
• The ability to work independently while also being a collaborative member of the wider team
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with a genuine interest in supporting people and creating a positive workplace

What's on Offer

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing professional services organisation in Manchester city centre and take on a varied role spanning HR, employee experience and office coordination.

You’ll have the opportunity to broaden your HR experience, work closely with senior stakeholders and the wider HR team, and play an important role in shaping the employee experience as the Manchester office continues to grow.

• Salary £33,000
• Excellent Benefits
• Great development for HR professional