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People Hub Coordinator
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
  • Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
907-776
Employer
NICE - The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
Employer type
NHS
Site
Floor 3
Town
Manchester
Salary
£26,530 - £29,114 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
03/08/2025 23:59

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NICE - The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence logo

People Hub Coordinator

NHS AfC: Band 4

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is the independent organisation responsible for providing national guidance and advice on promoting high quality health, public health and social care.

As an equal opportunities employer we are committed to creating a inclusive environment and welcome everyone from all backgrounds to apply so we can continue to create a workforce which is representative of the communities we serve.

If you are suitably qualified and have an interest in remote, hybrid, full time or part time working we encourage you to get in touch as we are happy to discuss potential flexible working opportunities.

We have modern offices in Manchester city centre and Stratford, London.  Please take into consideration that you may be required to commute to one of our offices for business purposes if necessary.

Job overview

Are you the kind of person who loves helping others, thrives on variety, and enjoys being at the centre of a busy, people-focused environment? Do you have a knack for solving problems, staying organised, and making sure everyone feels supported and informed? If so, this could be the perfect role for you. 

At the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), we’re proud to put people at the heart of everything we do. Our People Services Team is the first point of contact for colleagues across the organisation—and we’re looking for a warm, capable, and proactive People Hub Co-ordinator to be the welcoming face and voice of our team. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering excellent HR support, helping colleagues navigate everything from policies and training to wellbeing and workplace culture. You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about fairness, inclusion, and continuous improvement—and you’ll help make NICE a truly great place to work. 

Interviews are anticipated to take place late August.

Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility 

Main duties of the job

In this key role, you’ll provide responsive, high-quality support across the full spectrum of People Services activity—from sickness absence and occupational health to learning and development, policy queries, and more. You will also:

  • Respond to a wide range of People-related queries with clarity, care, and professionalism
  • Provide admin support across HR functions, including updating intranet content and coordinating job evaluation panels
  • Manage training logistics via ESR OLM and support in-person and virtual sessions
  • Maintain accurate People records and systems for reporting and audit
  • Support sickness absence processes and help identify trends and actions
  • Collaborate with internal teams, trade unions, and external partners
  • Promote a just, inclusive, and restorative culture in everything you do 

Working for our organisation

As part of the People team and wider Facilities, Improvement & People Directorate, we’ve achieved:  

  • Elevated Engagement: We've soared to new heights, as the leading Directorate to become the top-performing team in the organisation! 
  • Driven Real Change: By embedding a Restorative, Just, and Learning Culture, we've made a tangible impact that's already transforming our workplace. 
  • Strengthened Union Partnerships: We've turned challenges into opportunities, fostering a spirit of collaboration and mutual respect. 
  • Championed Inclusivity: Our commitment to diversity and representation has led to measurable improvements, making our team more inclusive than ever before.  

Join Our Team – What we can offer you:  

Supportive Team Culture: We believe in lifting each other up and encouraging open communication. Here, your voice truly matters!  

Flexible & Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy working from home and in our modern offices in the centre of Manchester and Stratford, London.  

Professional Growth: Unlock opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.  

Inclusive Workplace: Be part of a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels valued.  

For further information on this exciting opportunity, reach out to Tess Robinson, our Head of Resourcing & Intelligence, at [email protected]. Tess is eager to discuss how you can be part of our dynamic team!  

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To be considered for this role, you should be able to particularly demonstrate the person specification criteria in the job advert in your application. However, applicants should be able to demonstrate all essential criteria through the entirety of the recruitment process to be considered for the job. 

What you’ll bring: 

  • Qualified and Experienced: CIPD Level 3 (or equivalent), with solid experience in a generalist or HR customer service role
  • People-Focused: A natural communicator with excellent customer service skills and a solution-focused mindset
  • Organised and Reliable: Able to manage your own workload, meet deadlines, and stay calm under pressure
  • Digitally Confident: Comfortable using HR systems, intranets, and Microsoft Office tools
  • Discreet and Professional: Trusted to handle sensitive information with care and integrity
  • Team Player: Collaborative, supportive, and always ready to pitch in 

Please see job description attached for full list of responsibilities. 

Person specification

Education

Essential criteria
  • CIPD level 3/Certificate in Personnel Practice or equivalent with significant experience in a similar role.

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of working with managers in the use and interpretation of policies, terms and conditions and wide range of People/HR activity

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience in IT, of working with and maintaining e-HR applications such as intranet and case management systems

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Excellent customer service skills and a strong customer service and solution-based focus

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to think quickly and adapt and respond appropriately to a range of varied and immediate customer needs

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Tess Robinson
Job title
Head of Resourcing and Intelligence
Email address
[email protected]
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