HR Coordinator and Onboarding Specialist

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Lane End; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holiday

Bank Holidays

Birthday Off

Enhanced Pension

Private GP Access

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, is seeking an organised HR Coordinator & Onboarding Specialist on a fixed-term contract until September 2027. The role is hybrid, full-time, and focusing on delivering a seamless onboarding experience for new employees while supporting HR administration and employee lifecycle processes.

You will manage end-to-end onboarding, coordinate inductions, maintain HR records, assist with benefits and payroll queries, and help foster a positive,

Qualifications

• Level 3 CIPD qualification
• At least 3 years' experience within HR onboarding, recruitment coordination, or HR administration
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new employees
• Coordinate inductions, orientation programmes, and first-day arrangements
• Maintain accurate HR records and HR systems
• Support benefits administration and employee queries; assist payroll processes
• Produce HR reports and documentation; respond to routine HR correspondence

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Google Workspace

SmartSheets

Education

Level 3 CIPD qualification

Tools

Google Workspace

SmartSheets

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

HR Coordinator & Onboarding Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract)

Bourne End, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid Working)

Full-Time 37 Hours per Week Fixed-Term Contract Until September 2027

• 25 Days Holiday
• Bank Holidays
• Birthday Off
• Enhanced Pension
• Private GP Access

Are you an organised and people-focused HR professional who thrives on creating exceptional employee experiences?

We are looking for an HR Coordinator & Onboarding Specialist to join a growing HR team and take ownership of the entire onboarding journey. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in welcoming new employees, supporting managers, maintaining HR records, and helping to create a positive and engaging workplace culture.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, building relationships across a business, and ensuring every new starter has a seamless experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Onboarding

• Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new employees
• Prepare offer letters, contracts, onboarding packs, and HR documentation
• Coordinate inductions, orientation programmes, and first-day arrangements
• Liaise with managers to ensure equipment, system access, and resources are in place
• Monitor onboarding checklists and ensure compliance requirements are completed on time
• Conduct onboarding follow-ups during probation periods
• Gather feedback from new starters and managers to enhance onboarding processes
• Support the delivery of company-wide HR induction programmes

HR Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
• Process employee changes including transfers, promotions, and leavers
• Support benefits administration and employee queries
• Provide information to support payroll processes
• Produce HR reports and documentation
• Manage employment verification requests and routine HR correspondence
• Ensure HR records are compliant and confidential

Employee & Manager Support

• Act as a first point of contact for HR-related queries
• Provide guidance on policies, procedures, and onboarding requirements
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications
• Assist with training coordination, recognition programmes, and company events
• Help foster an inclusive and positive working environment

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Stay up to date with HR legislation and best practice
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and efficiencies
• Maintain documentation and records to support audits and reporting requirements

About You

• Level 3 CIPD qualification
• At least 3 years' experience within HR, onboarding, recruitment coordination, or HR administration
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• A high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Experience using HR systems and applicant tracking platforms
• Good working knowledge of Google Workspace and SmartSheets