Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
HR
Main purpose of job:
The British Government’s US Network is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to act as the key customer-facing part of the US Network HR Team based at the British Embassy in Washington, D.C. This position is primarily responsible for responding to HR queries or escalating to other members of the HR Team, in support of c.900 staff based in 9 diplomatic missions (and several other locations) across the United States.
The ideal candidate will be an engaging and collaborative team player who is able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. They will have a clear commitment to providing excellent customer service and administrative support.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:
- Acting as the initial point of contact for HR support. Aiming to provide a once and done service wherever possible or provide warm handovers to other colleagues within the HR Team if necessary.
- Providing administrative support for the HR Team, including filling, data entry into the workforce planning system, and maintaining records for compliance purposes.
- Working with other members of the HR Team to organise and run meetings and events as necessary.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Essential on arrival:
- Demonstrable experience in providing customer services in a fast-paced environment.
- Good attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable in using MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Under US State Department requirements, the UK Government in the US may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Permanent Residents or A visa holders with EAD cards*. If you hold a visa other than an A visa you are not currently eligible to work at our office. Please refer to our website for information on exceptions to this policy at www.gov.uk/government/world/usa. All selected candidates are subject to background checks and will require a security clearance prior to starting work.
*A visas are acceptable at the Embassy and Consulates. The UK Mission to the UN (UKMIS) accepts G visas, and British Defense Staff (BDS) outposts accept A or NATO visas.
Desirable:
- Direct experience of working in HR or in a government setting.
Leading and Communicating, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service
1 December 2021
A2 (L)
Full-time, Permanent
40
Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
United States
Washington
British Embassy
1
USD
$21.36
24 January 2022
This role is 40 hours a week, but does not require set working hours each day. The nature of the role means the successful candidate will need to engage with colleagues frequently during core business hours, but that can be managed to accommodate personal circumstances.
The UK Government operating in the US offers a substantial benefits package including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities and a great work/life balance.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Internal candidates must inform their supervisor before they apply to a different position.
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please do not phone the British Embassy to follow-up on your application. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we cannot guarantee consideration of your application if the submission instructions are not properly followed.
The British Embassy is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and to creating a diverse working environment, free from discrimination, where everyone is included and treated fairly, based on merit alone. We are an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions without regard to race, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation or any other criterion protected by law.
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