Job Description

About your new role

PLEASE NOTE: This role is not on the list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route

Our HR&D team is made up several teams that work together to support Weightmans' people issues and processes, including business support; employee relations; learning & development; payroll & benefits; and recruitment.



We are recruiting for a HR Coordinator to join our team in Liverpool.



Whilst this is advertised as a full-time role we can consider applicants on a part time basis of 4 days.



As a HR Coordinator you will provide administrative and project support to the HR Service team as well as:


Manage pay and contractual changes including pay and amendments to contracts of employment Respond to and processing flexible working requests Manage the maternity and paternity process ensuring records are up to date, calculate employees' entitlement to maternity pay/leave in accordance with the relevant legislation and Firm's policy Maintains current and accurate information within the HR System Calculate holiday entitlement and update records accordingly Record sickness absence and report to the relevant line manager Undertake research projects, as requested Handling queries and confidential matters that come into the HR mailbox HR (which can be in person, by phone or e-mail) and respond in accordance with the SLA' Process leavers and recalculating final benefits and holidays Working knowledge of GDPR rules and implications is required Experience of using Cascade HR IT system would be advantageous but not essential Proficient in Microsoft packages including excel is required

This list is not intended to be exhaustive, and you will be required to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role.

About You

Ideally you will have previous experience of working in a similar role and in a similar environment.

As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have the following : -
Excellent communication skills Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Powerpoint Familiar with (or able to develop proficiency in) HR systems in particular cascade Clear understanding of HR processes Ability to manage and prioritise a complex workload to ensure strict deadlines are met Close attention to detail Data Protection (GDPR) basis principles
If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and commitment, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Why work for us

Come and join our award-winning organisation and team. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 18th consecutive year at Britain's

Top Employers awards 2025

, and ranking

5th

in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.



Embark on this journey with Weightmans towards becoming one of the Top 30 UK Law firms.



Why work for us? Take a look:

Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer | Weightmans

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