Faculty/Directorate
Finance, Infrastructure and Human Resources
School/Function
HR Shared Services
Contract type
Permanent
Location of vacancy
Penrhyn Road
Actual hours
37
Salary from
32,271.00
Salary to
36,632.00
Posted Date
13/09/2024
Closing Date
07/10/2024
Ref No
4221
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We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced HR Coordinator to join our team and contribute to our success. If you are passionate about human resources, possess excellent organisational skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply.
The successful candidate will be joining an experienced and talented team of HR professionals within the HR Function who deliver HR operations, strategy, and design for its 3000 strong employee base.
In this role, you'll provide a comprehensive and efficient HR service throughout the employee lifecycle, collaborate with hiring managers on recruitment campaigns, handle accurate HR/payroll data entry, and offer first- line advice on processes. Your commitment to maintaining high levels of customer service is crucial for success.
The PersonIdeally, you possess previous HR administration experience, particularly within Higher Education or a similar sector (e.g., public sector). Familiarity with fundamental employment law principles, such as statutory regulations related to maternity, annual leave, sickness, etc., is preferred.
The role requires strong administrative skills, an acute attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Taking personal responsibility for query resolution, you will aim to provide an excellent service.
Success in this role relies on your ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize tasks with varying deadlines, and meet customer expectations with a high standard of service.
This role is based in our new modern Agile Working Hub at our thriving Penrhyn Road campus. We operate an agile working pattern, working 3 days on campus and 2 days from home.
Directorate/FunctionThe HR Function provides the strategy and infrastructure to enable Kingston University to achieve its core purpose.
The successful candidate will be joining an experienced and talented team of HR professionals who deliver HR operations, strategy and design for its 3k strong employee base.
The HR team works in partnership with academics and professional services staff to achieve the overall plans for the University.
Our professionals give high level support across the University along with responding to day-to-day queries from all areas and staff. In addition, they ensure our policies and procedures provide suitable frameworks to enable staff to operate successfully during their employment at Kingston University.
Together we aim to enable Kingston University to recruit, develop and motivate staff, so that we all contribute to the University's success.
Further informationThis role is advertised as a full time, permanent with a starting salary of £32,271 per annum. We will also consider part time applicants.
Please ensure you attach a CV and supporting statement to your application.
Interviews are expected to be held on w/c 14th October 2024.
For informal enquiries please contact Lindsay Grant, HR Manager (Employee Lifecycle).
Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students' identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
To apply click on ‘Apply Now'. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email [email protected] or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.