People and Culture Coordinator

About the Role

The People and Culture Coordinator will provide essential coordination and administrative support within the People & Culture department, aiding in the delivery of initiatives that foster a positive employee environment and contribute to a transformative culture across the charity. This position supports diverse activities such as employee engagement, learning and development, wellbeing programs, internal communications, recognition initiatives, and office management.

The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, meticulous, and dedicated to ensuring successful execution of departmental projects, thereby aiding in cultivating a values-driven and positive workplace culture.

About Children with Cancer UK

Children with Cancer UK is the foremost childhood cancer charity in the United Kingdom, committed since 1988 to supporting affected families and advancing research. With a track record of raising over £300 million, the charity has contributed to more compassionate treatments, heightened awareness, and substantial research progress aiming to improve survival rates and quality of life for young cancer patients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate various People & Culture projects, ensuring timely execution and completion of tasks.
• Maintain project documentation such as plans, trackers, and provide consistent progress updates.
• Assist with implementation of new People & Culture initiatives, systems, and processes aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
• Support employee engagement, wellbeing activities, pulse surveys, and culture-building events.
• Organise employee recognition programs, Social Committee events, and oversee internal People & Culture communications platforms.
• Coordinate onboarding, induction, training sessions including mandatory and leadership development workshops while maintaining learning records accurately.
• Contribute to reward schemes and internal communications promoting employee achievements and positive stories.
• Manage office operations including facility coordination, supporting hybrid work models, supplier liaison, and event support to maintain an inviting work environment.
• Deliver administrative support to People & Culture leadership and maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Continuously seek improvements in processes and contribute as a proactive ambassador for People & Culture ethos and wider organisational initiatives.

Required Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in coordination, administrative, project support, or HR roles.
• Proven ability to organise events, projects, or training activities effectively.
• Capability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Handling confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and digital platforms.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with acute attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to foster strong working relationships and collaborate effectively.
• Self-motivated with a problem-solving mindset and process improvement orientation.

Desired Attributes

• Highly organised and proactive approach to work.
• Collaborative team player exhibiting positivity and approachability.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with sound judgement.
• Comfortable working independently and embracing dynamic priorities.
• Committed to delivering exceptional employee experience and nurturing a supportive workplace.

Additional Preferences

• Experience in People & Culture/HR within the charity sector is advantageous.
• History of managing multiple projects or events concurrently.
• Familiarity with internal communications and HR management systems such as Charlie HR or e-learning platforms.
• Experience supporting employee wellbeing initiatives.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The organisation values diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and be authentic. This role description does not cover all possible duties but outlines principal responsibilities and qualifications.

Application Process

An anonymised shortlisting procedure is followed to uphold fairness and promote equity. Applicants must provide a combined CV and cover letter document. Candidates are encouraged to disclose if they use Artificial Intelligence tools during application preparation to ensure transparency.

Eligibility

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom to be considered for this position.