Interim HR Coordinator

Ashdown Group; Islington; Hybrid; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive HR Coordinator for a 6-month fixed-term contract based in Islington. The role involves managing recruitment processes, onboarding new staff, and supporting HR operations within a busy and friendly team environment. Candidates should have prior HR experience and be ready to start immediately.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Administrative or Operational role with recruitment involvement.
• Confident in managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment across teams.
• Support hiring managers with recruitment planning and interview scheduling.
• Manage recruitment systems, ensuring job vacancies are advertised accurately.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

HR Coordinator (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract) – 2 Days On-Site from Islington, £39,000

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (6 months)
Location: 2 days per week on-site (Islington)
Start Date: ASAP - Immediate availability

We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised HR Coordinator to join our friendly and purpose-driven team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a full-time role, with 2 days per week required on-site at the company's Islington office, and flexibility to work remotely on other days.

Please note: We are looking for someone who is available to start immediately or with a very short notice period.

You’ll play a key role in supporting our HR operations, with a particular focus on recruitment and onboarding. Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating end-to-end recruitment activity across multiple teams, ensuring a smooth and efficient hiring process.
• Supporting hiring managers with recruitment planning and interview scheduling, providing guidance and structure throughout.
• Managing recruitment systems, ensuring job vacancies are advertised accurately and widely.
• Organising interviews, liaising with candidates, and managing logistics to ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Assisting with onboarding new starters, delivering a seamless and welcoming introduction to the organisation.
• Providing administrative support for learning and development activities, contributing to employee growth and engagement.

There will also be the opportunity to get involved in L&D activities as part of this role.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience in an HR Administrative or Operational role, with direct involvement in recruitment.
• Is confident managing multiple priorities and working with a range of stakeholders.
• Is highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Brings a positive attitude and can hit the ground running in a busy team environment.