Job Description
Human Resources, Safety & Facilities CoordinatorMaternity Cover – starting in April 2026 for 12 – 14 monthsHybrid working – 3 days a week on-site (Monday, Wednesday and Thursday) Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 plus 25% discretionary bonusLocation: Cambridge (with travel to London once a month) Reporting to the COO, this organisation is seeking an organised and proactive operations person to support all aspects of HR operations, health & safety compliance, facilities management and governance activities. Working closely with the HR Lead and COO, this role plays a key part in providing an excellent experience for employees and visitors. You will be the go-to person for the Cambridge office, ensuring the office runs smoothly. Key responsibilities include:
* Coordinating HR administration, including HR systems (HRIS), payroll changes, recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding.
* Implementing HR policies, benefits administration, training coordination and employee communications.
* Acting as the Health & Safety lead, including risk assessments, fire safety, DSE assessments and wellbeing initiatives.
* Managing day-to-day facilities for the Cambridge office and supporting alignment with the London office.
* Providing governance and administrative support for Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, papers and minute-taking.
* Supporting sustainability initiatives and general administrative activities.
About you:
* You’ll be highly organised, detail-focused and comfortable juggling multiple priorities. Experience in HR coordination, facilities or health & safety is essential, along with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
* Educated to A’level standard
* CIPD level 3 qualified or above
* Ability to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into any task big or small
* A high stand
* A passion for using systems is essential, this includes Teams, SharePoint, MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and High Bob (HRIS)
* Experience of minute taking in formal meetings
Why join this organisation?
This is a varied and impactful role offering exposure across HR, governance and operations within a supportive, professional, fast paced and values-driven environment. Benefits include –
* 37 hours per week
* 12% employer pension contribution
* 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
* BUPA
* Life Assurance
* Discretionary bonus based on personal objectives
Please contact Caroline Batchelor for further details.