HR Coordinator

Hiring People; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cover

Death in service benefit

ESOP bonus

Private pension

23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Job summary

M.A. Ford Europe Limited, a Derby-based engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking an experienced HR Coordinator. The role covers recruitment, training and development, appraisals, GDPR management, policy reviews and HR documentation in a multi-site setting.

A pool vehicle is available for travel to Leeds and Tamworth. The position is full-time, permanent and office based at the Derby site, with weekly travel to Leeds and Tamworth.

Qualifications

• Must-have CIPD Level 3 qualification or strong equivalent HR experience.
• CIPD Level 5 is desirable; Level 3 with substantial experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activity, onboarding and contract preparation.
• Maintain GDPR administration and compliant handling of employee data.
• Support training, appraisals and policy reviews across sites.
• Provide light PA and general administrative duties.
• Travel weekly between Derby, Leeds and Tamworth sites to provide HR support.

Skills

Excellent organisation

Clear and professional communication

Discretion with confidential info

Willingness to travel weekly

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

CIPD Level 5 desirable

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and organised HR Coordinator to join a growing, multi-site business. This is a varied role covering recruitment, training and development, appraisals, GDPR management, policy reviews, HR documentation and light PA duties.

Location: Derby, with weekly travel to Leeds and Tamworth

Working arrangement: Full-time, permanent and office based

The role will be based in the Derby office and will involve weekly travel to sites in Leeds and Tamworth. A pool vehicle is available for business travel, so a full driving licence is essential.

The successful candidate will provide practical and efficient HR support across the business, ensuring that employee documentation, records and policies are accurate, compliant and kept up to date.

The Company

M.A. Ford Europe Limited is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business with its European Headquarters and Technical Centre based in Derby, alongside specialist operations in Leeds and Tamworth. As part of the wider M.A. Ford group, the company supports customers across a range of industries, providing high-quality tooling solutions and technical expertise. The business prides itself on delivering excellent customer service, maintaining high standards, and fostering strong relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues alike.

Our employees are recognised as a key part of the company's success. The organisation promotes a professional, collaborative and supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills, contribute ideas and work flexibly to meet the needs of the business. As the company continues to grow, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team and play an important role in supporting the employee experience across multiple sites

HR Coordinator Main Duties:

• Coordinate recruitment activity, including vacancy administration, candidate communication and onboarding.
• Prepare and issue employment contracts, employee handbooks and other HR documentation.
• Coordinate training and development activity and maintain accurate training records.
• Support the appraisal process, including the annual appraisal cycle and associated documentation.
• Manage day-to-day GDPR administration and support the compliant handling of employee data and records.
• Maintain HR policies and coordinate annual policy reviews.
• Provide general HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle and maintain accurate, confidential records.
• Undertake light PA and general administrative duties as required.
• Travel to the Leeds and Tamworth sites each week to provide HR support.

HR Coordinator Necessary Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• CIPD Level 3 qualification as a minimum, or strong equivalent practical HR experience.
• CIPD Level 5 is desirable, although candidates with CIPD Level 3 and substantial relevant experience will also be considered.
• Around 2 to 3 years' experience in an HR coordination, HR administration or similar generalist role.
• Experience of recruitment, training administration, appraisals, GDPR, policy management and employee documentation.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• A discreet and trustworthy approach to confidential information.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel weekly between sites.

Benefits:

• 23 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• An additional 5 days' annual leave after 5 years' service, with a further 5 days after 10 years' service.
• Health cover.
• Death in service benefit.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP) bonus.
• Private pension.

We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.