HR, People and Development Coordinator

Healthcare Research Worldwide; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive holiday/vacation allowance

Job summary

A leading healthcare research organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an HR, People and Development Coordinator to oversee the employee experience from onboarding to offboarding. This role involves managing payroll, benefits, and employee records, and requires strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR coordination, a CIPD Level 3 qualification, and a proactive attitude. Join an innovative team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR coordination or a similar role.
• Exceptional organization and communication skills.
• Confidence and professionalism when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the full employee lifecycle, from offer letters through to exit interviews.
• Managing payroll actions, pensions, and benefits administration.
• Driving inclusive, efficient recruitment and onboarding processes.

Skills

HR coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Resilience

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Are you a detail‑driven HR professional with a passion for people, process, and purpose? Do you thrive in a role where you can support others, strengthen culture, and contribute to a meaningful mission? If you’re looking to make an impact across a global organisation while growing your own career, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for a proactive, organised, and people‑focused co‑ordinator to join our HR team.

Who We Are

If you take pride in making a difference and want to be part of an award‑winning global market research team, then look no further.

At HRW, we are dynamic, curious, and deeply passionate about delivering scientifically grounded and powerful insights to our Pharmaceutical and Healthcare clients. Our mission is to go beneath the surface and truly understand human behaviour and the decisions people make. Through this, HRW “accesses reality”, and our people are central to making that happen.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our HR, People and Development Coordinator, you’ll play a key role at the heart of our people operations. This role spans the full employee experience, from onboarding to offboarding, payroll to pensions, and learning to talent attraction. You will be a trusted point of contact for employees and managers, ensuring seamless processes and a consistently supportive employee journey.

• Coordinating the full employee lifecycle, from offer letters through to exit interviews
• Managing payroll actions, pensions, and benefits administration
• Owning the HR calendar and ensuring timely delivery of key activities
• Supporting internal training programmes and e‑learning rollouts
• Driving inclusive, efficient recruitment and onboarding processes
• Collaborating on wellbeing, engagement, and diversity initiatives
• Maintaining accurate records and producing insightful HR reports

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who combines organisation, empathy, and curiosity with a commitment to high‑quality delivery. You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in HR coordination or a similar role
• CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Exceptional organisation and communication skills
• Confidence and professionalism when handling confidential information
• A calm, resilient approach to juggling multiple priorities
• A curious mindset and a drive to continuously improve processes

What You’ll Gain

Working at HRW means joining a global team built on collaboration, respect, and a shared determination to make a meaningful impact. In this role you’ll gain:

• Ownership of your work and the opportunity to make visible contributions
• Clear opportunities to grow your skills and shape your own development journey
• A supportive team culture that values feedback, innovation, and inclusion
• Exposure to global HR systems and strategic initiatives

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

We believe teams who play together, stay together. Alongside our regular company days and numerous social activities, we also prioritise holistic wellbeing and offer a range of perks, including:

• 4pm finishes on a Friday
• Flexible working hours and home‑working opportunities (subject to business needs)
• Regular company off‑site meetings, socials, and training days
• Social events including breakfasts, lunches, and post‑work drinks
• Access to a discount portal with hundreds of offers on popular products and services
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive holiday/vacation allowance
• Mentoring scheme
• Rest time scheme
• “You Days” for meaningful life events, religious celebrations, or community belonging