People Co-ordinator

Abertay University; Dundee; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern university in Scotland is seeking a People Co-ordinator to provide first-line HR support in activities including recruitment and payroll processing. Key responsibilities involve advising on HR matters, processing transactions, and contributing to HR projects. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in HR administration. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a competitive salary range of £26,706.73 - £30,378.43.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration is required.
• Good understanding of employment law and HR best practices is essential.
• Experience with payroll and pension administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise on routine HR matters such as recruitment and contracts.
• Process HR transactions through the iTrent system.
• Support payroll and pension administration by submitting accurate data.
• Contribute to business improvements and HR projects.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Handling sensitive information

Education

Experience in HR administration

Understanding of employment law

Tools

iTrent system

Job description

People Co-ordinator

Grade 5 (£26,706.73 - £30,378.43)
Full time, Permanent

Abertay University is a modern and ambitious university recognised for its achievements in teaching, learning and research that directly support the industries of today and the future and for its friendly, inclusive environment.

Reporting to the People Operations Manager, you will provide first-line HR support across a range of activities including recruitment, HR policy guidance, payroll, pensions, and system administration. You will act as a key point of contact for managers and staff, ensuring processes are delivered accurately, on time, and in line with policy.

Responsibilities

• Advising on routine HR matters such as recruitment, probation, contracts and absence
• Processing HR transactions through our iTrent system
• Supporting payroll and pension administration by submitting accurate data and responding to staff queries
• Contributing to business improvements, HR projects, and the development of standard operating procedures

Qualifications

Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively and with diplomacy when handling sensitive information are required. Experience in HR administration and a good understanding of employment law and HR best practice are essential. Experience with HR or payroll systems, payroll and pension administration would be advantageous.

Application

We are keen to welcome candidates to apply that have experience with a managed payroll and pension service and would ask for you to highlight this in your supporting statement. If you believe you have the skills and experience for this exciting and challenging role, please submit your application through our online recruitment system, which can be found at https://www.abertay.ac.uk/discover/work-here/jobs/. Please note that we will only accept applications through our online recruitment system.

Equal Opportunities

Committed to Equal Opportunities

Abertay University is a Scottish Registered Charity, No: SC016040