People Coordinator

The Francis Crick have an exciting opportunity available for a People Coordinator to join one of the world’s leading research Institutes at a crucial time in its evolution, and play a definitive role in shaping it for the future. You will join us on a full time, fixed-term basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary from £33,262 with excellent benefits.

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose, and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions.

The People Coordinator role:

This is an exciting time to join the team as People Coordinator, under the leadership of a new People Hub Manager as well as a new Chief People Officer, who we look forward to welcoming in February.  The role is a great opportunity for an experienced HR Coordinator looking to take on the next challenge in their career. You will be working alongside a team of people coordinators delivering excellent customer service skills and administrative support across the institute as well as working on implementing our already well-developed Workday functions further. You will also be the first point of contact for new starters during the onboarding process, as well as employees and managers supporting with all general HR queries which may include helping with visa, payroll and benefits queries. This is a great level of autonomy within the team and you will also have the opportunity to work on projects to further develop your skills and experience.

As a People Coordinator at the Crick, you will:

Develop an understanding of Workday for the purposes of your daily role to ensure the maintenance of good quality data in line with agreed data structures and configurations, and to ensure efficient, auditable processes

Manage administration areas such as recruitment, new starters, leavers and employee changes in Workday in accordance with the standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Manage employee electronic personnel files in line with SOPs

Make suggestions for the on-going improvement and optimisation of HR processes in your area, working collaboratively with the relevant colleagues

Participate in and occasionally lead process improvement initiatives

Act as the primary point of contact for all general HR, visas and benefits queries from candidates, new starters, hiring managers, employees and non-employees, and where appropriate forwarding issues to the People Advisory team, managers and other teams in HR

As our People Coordinator, you will bring:

Ability to build rapport with a wide cross section of people and maintain good working relationships

Exceptional understanding of providing a high level of customer service to everyone engaged and employed at the institute

Knowledge of UK visa and right to work legislation

Strong problem-solving skills

Communicating information effectively

Good understanding and experience of working in a changing environment

What will you receive?

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:

Candidates for this role will require the right to work in the UK as, unfortunately, the Crick cannot sponsor a visa for this role.

Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.

Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.

Health & Well-being:

24/7 GP consultation services.

Occupational health services and mental health support programs.

Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.

Work-Life Balance:

Back-up care for dependents.

Childcare support allowance.

Annual leave purchase options.

Perks:

Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.

Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.

Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure with performance-linked progression.

Closing date: 11th June 2025

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our People Coordinator please click ‘apply’ today, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note, this role may be taken down before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found, therefore we advise that you apply for the role as soon as you can

All offers of employment are subject to successful security screening and continuous eligibility to work in the United Kingdom