Human Resources Coordinator

Veetee Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company based in Kent seeks an HR Coordinator to support recruitment, employee engagement, and HR administration. This full-time role involves managing end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring compliance with UK employment law, and supporting employee development and performance initiatives. Ideal candidates have proven HR experience and strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Manage all levels of recruitment effectively.
• Good understanding of UK employment legislation and recruitment processes.
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment process including advertising vacancies.
• Support HR initiatives and ensure compliance with employment law.
• Coordinate training programs and monitor training effectiveness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Planning

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Agility and adaptability

Education

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience

Proven experience in a similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office

ATS/HRIS platforms

Job description

Base pay range is determined by Veetee Group. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience. Talk with a recruiter for details.

Overview

Join our dynamic team as an HR Coordinator and become a vital driver of our HR initiatives! In this energetic role, you will support the full spectrum of HR functions, ensuring smooth operations and fostering a positive workplace culture. You’ll be at the forefront of talent acquisition with the support of HR administration. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are passionate about empowering employees and enhancing workforce effectiveness, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact!

Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Owner of end-to-end recruitment process:
• Co‑ordinate the end-to‑end recruitment process including advertising vacancies, scheduling interviews, and managing candidate communication.
• Post job adverts internally and externally on relevant job boards, company website, and professional networks (e.g. LinkedIn).
• Liaise with recruitment agencies where necessary/appropriate and ensure compliance with agreed terms.
• Limit spend with agencies as much as possible but ensure the correct level of successful candidates.
• Carry out the above for roles advertised from apprenticeships through to senior management.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems and recruitment reports.
• Co‑ordinate induction schedules and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Monitoring key recruitment metrics, such as turnover and retention rates.
• Continuous improvement of recruitment and selection processes.

Compliance & Best Practice

• Ensure recruitment and onboarding processes comply with UK employment law.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in hiring.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Co‑ordinating the induction process for all new starters through to the end of probation.

Learning & Development:

• Support the HR team in identifying training needs and skills gaps across the organisation and providing subsequent administration support.
• Develop and co‑ordinate learning programmes, workshops, and e‑learning initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness, using feedback and metrics to improve programmes.
• Support career development pathways, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external training vendors as needed

Data and Reporting

Analyse HR data to support project planning and outcomes measurement.

Prepare reports and dashboards to track KPIs, statistics and reports to provide insights to the Head of HR and business leaders.

Communications

• Dealing with various HR queries throughout the Business and dissemination of relevant HR information
• Communicate Business initiatives through appropriate methods

HR Administration & Support

• Dealing with various HR queries throughout the Business and dissemination of relevant HR information.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update the HRIS system.
• Support the HR team with employee lifecycle processes (new starters, leavers, contract changes etc.).
• Assist with drafting HR correspondence and documentation.
• Contribute to HR projects and process improvements.

Performance Management and Employee Engagement

• Support the HR team to deliver performance management and engagement projects and initiatives
• Support Payroll administration.
• Handle general queries and issues arising in the Business.
• Support employee benefit programmes including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and leave management.

Any other reasonable duties, responsibility or requests that may be asked from time to time, including team coverage.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, managing all levels of recruitment.
• Good understanding of recruitment processes and employment legislation in the UK.
• LinkedIn management
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience.
• I.T./systems knowledge and experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong planning, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) and ATS/HRIS platforms.
• Discreet and trustworthy with confidential information.
• Influencing and relationship‑building skills.
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking.
• Agility and adaptability in a changing environment.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Location: Kent, England, United Kingdom