Join Our Award-Winning Team We’re Hiring: HR Coordinator (Maternity Cover) We’re looking for a motivated HR Coordinator to join our team on a fixed-term basis (2nd February 2026 – 4th January 2027) to cover maternity leave. You’ll support the HR function by managing day-to-day administrative tasks and providing timely, accurate, and confidential guidance to managers and employees. Working closely with the Training & Support Coordinator and Head of Operations, you’ll help ensure HR runs smoothly in the absence of the Head of HR, maintaining continuity, communication, and collaboration across the business. A key focus of the role is building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and upholding our culture, values, and commitment to employee engagement and wellbeing. You’ll also help keep HR efficient and compliant, updating policies, and identifying ways to streamline processes and improve overall effectiveness. What you’ll be doing No two days are the same in HR, but your key responsibilities will include: Provide ethical and accurate HR advice and support to managers and employees across the business. Assist managers with employee relations, including performance, development, conflict resolution, and policy guidance. Promote employee engagement, wellbeing, and a positive workplace culture. Manage and maintain HR documentation, including contracts, employee records, and the HR inbox. Ensure GDPR compliance in all HR activities. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR policies and apply it consistently. Build and maintain trusted relationships across the business, offering support and guidance on mental health and wellbeing when needed. What we’re looking for We’d love to hear from you if you bring: A solid understanding of HR practices and current employment law (CIPD Level 3 qualified or working towards). Excellent administrative and organisational skills. High attention to detail across documentation, records, and processes. A proactive, self-motivated approach, able to manage workload independently. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality. Confidence using HR systems, databases, and Microsoft Office tools. Why you’ll love working here At Blue Bay Travel, we believe work should be rewarding and fun. You’ll enjoy: Salary: From £26,000. Location: Office-based in Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent. (Office Based role only). Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays). 30 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays - entitlement will increase with length of service. A lively office atmosphere with games, incentives, and team awards. Employee Assistance programme and Mental Health First Aiders. Travel discounts, including free accommodation with preferred partners. Volunteer days – one day’s paid leave each year to volunteer with our chosen charity. Extra perks like your birthday off, pet-ternity leave, and even time off to move house. Plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and progress your career in HR. About Blue Bay Travel We’re Blue Bay Travel - an award-winning, independent travel agency and tour operator specialising in tailor-made, affordable luxury holidays. We’re growing fast and are proud of the vibrant, supportive culture we’ve built along the way. With over 20 years of expertise, our people are at the heart of our success, and we’re passionate about helping them thrive. When you join Blue Bay, you’re not just starting a job - you’re building a career with real opportunities to develop and progress. Our values We live by three values that shape everything we do: Integrity: honest, transparent, and ethical. Unity: collaboration, conversation & support. Passion: enthusiasm, positivity & dedication. Apply now Applications close on 20/11/2025. Start date – 2 nd February 2026, this is a fixed term contract with an end date of 4 th January 2027. Ready to take the next step? Apply today and start your journey with Blue Bay Travel.