People Operations Coordinator

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally minded institution with a clear focus on delivering high-quality teaching and research. A culturally rich university with a strong commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating, innovative and inclusive environment where staff and students can thrive.

Faculty / Directorate

As part of a thriving team, you would join our People Services directorate and help us to deliver a key pillar of our university strategy, ‘Empowering People’. Our role is to enhance our employee offer in relation to leadership and management, reward and recognition, voice and experience, health and wellbeing, and to ensure our polices, processes and systems enable digital solutions, swift decision making, equal access and autonomy.

People Services has a rich portfolio including people partnering, policy and employee relations, wellbeing, pay and reward, operations and support hub, as well as talent, learning and organisational development. Our directorate’s ambition is to provide high quality professional people services, working together to enhance the lives of our current and future employees so that they can deliver an excellent student experience. We strive to provide a great experience for colleagues, so they enjoy being at work and can achieve their potential.

Role

As a People Operations Coordinator at De Montfort University, you will be integral to the administration and coordination of various employee lifecycle processes, ensuring a seamless and efficient service for both internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the People Support Manager, your primary responsibilities will include drafting and issuing employment contracts, maintaining accurate HR records, and managing data in compliance with university policies and legislative requirements. You will handle complex queries, support onboarding processes, and collaborate with various teams to enhance service delivery. Additionally, you will play a key role in continuous improvement projects and provide regular reports to senior management.

Ideal Candidate

You will need to be a meticulous and customer-focused professional with substantial experience in HR administration. Your expertise in managing employment lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance with legal and policy requirements, and maintaining accurate data records will be crucial. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be liaising with various stakeholders and providing guidance on complex queries. A proactive approach to continuous improvement, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team are key attributes. If you are dedicated to delivering a high standard of service, we encourage you to apply.

For full details about this post, please view the job description and person specification.

Closing date: 18 May 2025

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