HR & Projects Coordinator (18-month FTC)

Sika; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in innovative solutions in the UK is seeking an HR & Projects Coordinator for an 18-month FTC role. The successful candidate will support key HR initiatives and benefits projects while being part of a collaborative HR team. Ideal candidates should possess CIPD Level 5 certification or equivalent and have at least 2 years of HR experience. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package including annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

25-28 days of annual leave

Company pension contribution up to 10%

Private healthcare option

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• 2 years HR Experience required.
• Minimum of Level 5/B in GCSE or equivalent – Maths & English.
• Professional, self-motivated, and confident outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Support HR team with key HR & Benefits Project work.
• Deliver HR communication plan.
• Coordinate performance development review cycle and employee survey launches.

Skills

Strong Coordination skills

Excellent time management skills

Outstanding data skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong numerical skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 Qualified or equivalent

Further HR or Business-related qualifications

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for a HR & Projects Coordinator (18‑month FTC) to join our HR team!

Hybrid

Our HR team is looking to hire an experienced HR Administrator / Coordinator who is CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) qualified and seeking to take the next step in their career supporting key HR & Benefits Project work such as:

• HR Initiatives: Performance Development Review Cycle and Employee Survey Launches as well as designing and rolling out HR System and Process updates!
• Benefits Projects: Supporting Annual Salary Review or launching Fleet initiatives, working closely with our Fleet Manager!
• Delivering our HR Communications plan.

This is a really exciting opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic individual who is looking to make a real impact and is motivated by supporting business‑critical activities & supporting project delivery! Sika will also commit to funding a qualification during the 18‑month FTC which can be either HR, Benefits or Project Management related.

This new position will be working at one of our Sika sites (in Leeds, Preston, Welwyn Garden City or Redditch), Monday to Friday, four days on site, and one day working from home.

Please apply if you have...

• Professional, self‑motivated, and confident outlook
• Strong Coordination skills
• HR / Benefits / Project Management experience
• Excellent time management skills
• Outstanding data skills and confidence to generate reports in excel format
• Motivated to deliver great results and taking accountability
• Ability to communicate professionally towards internal and external stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong numerical skills

What’s In it for You?

You will provide support to People‑Managers and HR Business Partners and deliver an exceptional customer experience. You will gain experience and opportunities to support HR delivery through contribution in this role and connect with a dynamic and friendly team of HR professionals and People managers.

The Rewards

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:

• Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Hybrid Working
• Core Hours Working
• A company pension contribution of up to 10%
• Private healthcare for you, with option to add family
• Group life cover at 6× your annual salary
• Global Income Protection (PHI)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
• Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
• Selected discounted Sika products

The Support

A dynamic and friendly team who will support you in making this role a success.

The Skills

You will attain a qualification during this 18‑month FTC either Project Management, HR or Benefits Related funded by Sika. We would be happy to discuss this with you during the recruitment process!

The Future

Potential Career Routes: HR & Payroll Coordinator; Benefits Specialist or Payroll Specialist. The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.

Qualifications

CIPD Level 5 Qualified or equivalent

Further HR or Business‑related qualifications are desirable

2 years HR Experience

A minimum of Level 5/B in GCSE or equivalent – Maths & English

The right to work and reside in the UK

Additional Information

• Location: Commutable distance to one of Sika sites – Leeds, Preston, Redditch or Welwyn Garden City
• Hybrid role (1 day per week home working)
• 18‑month FTC whilst completing a qualification in the first instance; with potential to join Sika permanently in future
• 37.5 hours per week
• Advert due to close by: 9th January 2026