Merlin Entertainment
People Ops Co-Ordinator
UK-Hampshire-Basingstoke
UK-Hampshire-Basingstoke
- ID
2026-12231- Employment Type
Full-Time- Offer/Contract Type
No End Date
Location Name
The Merlin Hub Basingstoke
What you’ll bring to the team
Merlin Entertainments, a global leader in location-based entertainment, is seeking a talented and
motivated individual to join our team as a People Operations Coordinator. In this front-line role, you
will provide high-quality HR support to employees and leaders by managing a wide range of queries
submitted via the UK People Hub. As a key point of contact for HR-related matters, you will play a vital
role in ensuring a consistent, accurate, and employee-focused service across the full employee lifecycle
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
HR Service Delivery
- Respond promptly, accurately, and professionally to a wide range of HR queries from employees
and managers via our service delivery platform (ServiceNow). Topics span the full Hire-to-Retire
employee lifecycle, including HR policies, processes, benefits, payroll, and recruitment. - Meet or exceed established Service Level Agreements (SLAs), while maintaining a strong focus
on customer service and employee experience. - Work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to resolve complex queries, and liaise with
third-party providers where needed, handling each interaction with empathy and care.
Systems & Tools Expertise
- Act as a super-user of core HR systems—including the HRIS, ATS, LMS, and ServiceNow—
offering troubleshooting support, profile updates, and user guidance. - Facilitate training sessions and share the best practices to enable HR and business partners to
maximise the value of our systems. - Monitor trends in query types to identify opportunities for system enhancements, process
improvements, or updates to knowledge articles.
Knowledge & Document Management
- Ensure documentation of HR processes and FAQs is accurate, current, and user-friendly to
support consistency and continuous improvement.
Data Recording & Compliance
- Support operational reporting, audits, and ad hoc research to drive data-informed decisions
across the UK People Hub and wider global HR teams. - Manage employee records in line with data privacy and retention policies; provide support for
legal document requests and audit compliance. - Champion compliance with data privacy, protection, and security standards in all aspects of your
work.
Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to projects that enhance service delivery, improve employee experience, or
optimise system performance.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of one year of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced customer service, call centre, or
HR environment required; experience in a shared services model is a plus - Solid understanding of HR fundamentals, including policies, practices, payroll, timekeeping, and
employee benefits - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams) required
- Experience using HRIS (e.g., UKG Pro), ATS, LMS, and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow) strongly
preferred - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly and
professionally to a range of audiences - Proven problem-solving skills with a resourceful and solution-oriented mindset
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening, empathy, and the ability to build trust and
rapport quickly - Flexible, reliable, and collaborative team player who thrives in a changing environment
- High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with sensitive employee data
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and
discretion.
Benefits
- 40% off LEGO online
- 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants
- Merlin Magic Pass – giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
- Enjoy the ride pass – giving you and 5 others a Merlin annual pass
- X2 volunteer days a year
- Discounted rates at Merlin hotels all over the world
- Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets
If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
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