HR Coordinator

Recruiter
Dovetail Recruitment Ltd
Location
Dorset
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
Working arrangement
Hybrid working
First listed by Ontap
30 September 2026
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Job description

HR Coordinator - Permanent

Hybrid Christchurch Base

Bi-weekly travel to our regional offices in Sheffield and Widnes

Dovetail Recruitment are proud to be working with a long-standing client who are looking for a HR Coordinator to join their People & Culture team of 7. Having partnered with this business for over 10 years, we have seen first-hand their continued growth and commitment to creating a positive and supportive workplace culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a people-focused organisation where you will play a key role in supporting managers and employees across the full employee lifecycle. Working within a collaborative team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of HR activities including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, compliance and HR projects.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
Ability to buy additional holiday
Medical cash plan, and access to mental health support
Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
Great learning and development and progression opportunities
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
Generous Company Sick Pay
Pension Scheme Contribution
Annual social events
Cycle to Work scheme

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Performance Management

Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance and absence cases, with support from the People Team.
Provide day-to-day guidance to managers on performance management and support performance improvement plans.
Conduct workplace investigations and help resolve employee issues in line with company policies and employment legislation.

Talent Acquisition & Development

Support recruitment activities, including candidate interviews and cultural fit assessments.
Coordinate training and development initiatives, including booking sessions and maintaining training records.
Identify learning and development opportunities to support employee growth.

HR Compliance & Policy

Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR best practice.
Support the review and development of HR policies and procedures.
Provide guidance on HR-related matters, escalating complex issues where appropriate.

HR Systems, Payroll & Benefits

Maintain HR systems (including CezanneHR), ensuring accurate employee data and reporting.
Support payroll administration, pension reporting and employee benefits processes.
Maintain records relating to leave, pensions and other employee entitlements.

Employee Lifecycle & Culture

Support the employee journey from recruitment and onboarding through to probation and development.
Partner with managers to understand workforce needs and skills requirements.
Help deliver employee engagement, training and wellbeing initiatives, including company social events.
Provide general HR administration and project support across the People & Culture function.

Requirements

Previous experience as an HR Coordinator, HR Advisor, People Advisor, HR Officer or HR Generalist.
Good understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD would be advantageous.

If you are looking for a varied HR role within a growing business that genuinely values its people, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Laura for more information. Having worked closely with this business for over 10 years, Laura can provide valuable insight into the company, culture and recruitment process to support your application.

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