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We are delighted to share this new and exciting opportunity for a HR Co-ordinator to join our dynamic organisation.

As the voice of the UK’s co-operative movement, we empower and support co-operative enterprise with specialised knowledge and expertise, to grow the co-operative economy and create a fairer society. From football clubs and farms, to convenience stores and pubs, there are more than 7,000 co-operatives in the UK, each owned and controlled by their members and based on a set of shared principles and values. By promoting shared wealth through member ownership, we are committed to enable anyone in the UK to form, or join, thriving and sustainable co-ops.

As a great communicator, you will provide core HR support to Co-operatives UK, enabling the organisation and its employees to thrive through the effective provision of HR processes and practices.

Utilising your previous experience, you will play a vital part in supporting the HR Manager and Leadership Team in all manners of HR administrative duties. From ensuring HR processes run smoothly and efficiently, to co-ordinating and supporting on some very exciting projects and activities. No two days will look the same in this diverse and multi-faceted role.

This role is certainly suited to a pragmatic and flexible individual who enjoys working as part of a team and thrives with a varied workload. Whilst previous HR administrative experience is not essential, you must have a keen interest in HR alongside a positive ‘can do’ attitude.

As an organisation we are led by our unwavering values of solidarity, self-responsibility, equity, and honesty, therefore if you share these core values, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Core responsibilities

We invite all interested parties to learn more about the HR Coordinator role and our organisation within the recruitment pack, which can be downloaded from the recruitment documents section.

• To provide comprehensive HR administration and support to ensure that Co-operatives UK’s HR processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• With guidance from the HR Manager and Senior Employment Lawyer as required, to provide high quality professional advice and support to managers and staff for HR related matters.
• To have day-to-day responsibility for the smooth and effective co-ordination of DEI projects and activities, supporting the Leadership Team to build an inclusive and equitable working culture
• To co-ordinate the HR delivery of the organisation’s strategic aim regarding young people through initiatives such as the national youth forum and working with apprenticeship training providers.
• To support the Leadership Team to enable a healthy organisation through the implementation of wellbeing, staff engagement, and other initiatives as required, including supporting the effective delivery of staff surveys.
• Under the guidance of the HR Manager, to contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures. Regularly review HR policies to ensure they are up to date and fit for purpose.
• To administrate and maintain comprehensive and accurate HR documentation, records, and files.
• To work with the payroll team to ensure that information is delivered accurately and to deadlines.
• As a member of the business support team, to provide administrative and other support to the Leadership Team as required.
• To support the administration and development of content for meetings and training sessions, including line manager meetings and all staff sessions as required.
• To maintain an up to date understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
• To undertake other appropriate duties and responsibilities as required from time to time.

Essential skills:

• Administration experience
• Great communication skills; written and oral
• Ability to deal with a varied workload
• A pragmatic and flexible attitude
• A strong team player

Desirable skills:

• HR administration experience
• Achieved or working towards a CIPD qualification

Benefits

At Co-operatives UK we are a mindful, inclusive and equal opportunities employer. As an organisation that is owned and controlled by its members, we put our people at the forefront of all that we do. We offer:

• Flexible working options
• Pension scheme
• Discounted travel to work schemes
• Employee wellbeing assistance programme including free eye tests
• Personal and professional growth and development, including coaching
• Trade union

To apply please follow our application process and complete the application form. – CVs cannot be accepted.

Application deadline: Midnight, 12th March 2023

Interviews: Interviews week commencing 21 March 2023 in Manchester.