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  HR Coordinator  

  parkrun Global Limited

  [temporary parttime] - Leeds

  Posted: 01/02/2026

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  Organisation parkrun Global Limited Salary £29,000 to £33,000 FTE Loca... Read More

  Organisation parkrun Global Limited Salary £29,000 to £33,000 FTE Location Leeds Contract type Fixed Term (Part time) Closing date 15 February 2026 Interview date 3 March 2026 Job Description Part time 15 hours per week / hybrid working / FTC 10 months
  
  parkrun is a health and wellbeing charity and our vision is to create a healthier and happier planet.
  
  Since our conception in 2004, parkrun has evolved into a global social movement with a vibrant and inclusive community at its core. As of 2024, we have recorded over 100-million instances of walking, jogging, running, and volunteering.
  
  Our mission is to transform lives by empowering people to be active, together, outdoors in their local community; and to protect parkrun for the generations to come. Each and every weekend, we deliver free, weekly timed events that people of all ages and backgrounds can join in. By tackling barriers to participation, we encourage communities to come together and embrace regular physical activity.
  
  Now in its 21st year, parkrun spans over 2,600 locations in 23 countries with more than 10 million people registered, and counting.
  
  And we have really only just begun.
  
  Brief role description:
  
  This role holder will support our employees throughout their employment lifecycle and will also provide support with payroll and recruitment. This role ensures that all people related administration is handled effectively, efficiently and professionally.
  
  Main responsibilities:
  
  Ensure all HR-related administration linked to the employee lifecycle, benefits & documentation is processed efficiently and appropriately, including management of data changes with external providers.
  Run Monthly payroll processes for countries outside of APAC & resolving issues with payroll providers.
  Provide support to our recruitment process from advertising, screening candidates and arranging interviews to answering queries from candidates.
  Own and deliver HR related projects as and when required such as the annual performance review process and annual salary review cycle.
  Ensuring there are office health and safety protocols (including risk assessments, fire marshals, and first aiders) for the UK offices, maintaining compliance with local regulations.
  
  Essential experience requirements:
  
  - Experience with working in HR.
  - Experience of preparing monthly payrolls for external processing and administering benefits with third party providers.
  - Experience of issuing employee documentation & supporting the administration of the employee lifecycle (leavers, absences etc).
  - Experience helping solve problems and being confident communicating in a variety of formats.
  - Knowledge of legislation and regulations relating to HR, as well as knowledge of best practice.
  - Proactive at identifying and implementing improvements in processes such as payroll and recruitment.
  - Experience in managing personnel records and ensuring these are kept up to date and accurate at all times.
  
  Desirable experience requirements:
  
  - Experience with working in the charity sector.
  - Experience in managing recruitment.
  
  Professional certification requirements:
  
  - CIPD Level 5 (Level 7 desirable) or equivalent experience.
  
  Most relevant skills:
  
  - Adaptability: Able to easily adjust to changing circumstances and a growing organisation
  - Attention to Detail: Meticulous with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy
  - Initiative: Able to recognise and create opportunities and to act accordingly,
  - Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate and establish rapport at all levels, internally and externally
  - Priority Management: Able to manage multiple projects and campaigns simultaneously and work to tight deadlines
  - Teamwork: Able to work well with others in multiple situations to achieve a shared goal
  - Teamwork: Employs personal strengths, knowledge and talents to complement those of others
  - Able to use a variety of IT systems and tools, such as google workspace.
  - Demonstrates high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
  - Demonstrates a growth mindset, with a desire to improve and learn new skills.
  
  
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  Global Board Trustee  

  parkrun Global Limited

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 19/01/2026

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  Organisation parkrun Global Limited Salary Volunteer position Location... Read More

  Organisation parkrun Global Limited Salary Volunteer position Location Remote Contract type Volunteer Closing date 1 February 2026 Interview date 9 February 2026 Job Description The voting members of the Board are both directors and trustees (and members) of parkrun Global, and must act within the provisions set out in the governing document. parkrun global is an incorporated charity.The Board has overall responsibility for good management and administration of the activities of the company & charity, and for ensuring appropriate use of charity's resources. The overall
  role of the Board is to ensure good governance, delivery of the aims and objectives of the charity and to provide strategic leadership to determine its future direction.
  
  The Trustee role operates at the most senior level of the organisation shaping the strategic aims, and hence the whole of the operations, of parkrun Global. The translation of strategy and policy into actions is the responsibility of the paid officers of parkrun Global, under the direction of the CEO.
  
  Nature & Scope
  ● Strategic Direction: Trustees bring a wider view of external factors affecting parkrun, and the global environment it operates in, and thereby provide creative, informed and constructive input when
  considering the objectives and plans submitted by the CEO.
  ● Monitoring: Trustees are ultimately responsible for the performance of parkrun Global and monitor the performance of the senior leadership team in achieving parkrun ‘s strategy and objectives.
  ● Communication: Trustees play an important part in developing social, health, business and sporting network contacts with key organisations in order to obtain views and influence wider
  opinion.
  ● Finance: In ensuring the company and charity accounts properly reflect a true and fair representation of its actions and financial performance, and have oversight of risk management, Trustees must be satisfied that the necessary internal controls are in place and monitored regularly and rigorously. They must ensure the appropriate use of funds.
  ● parkrun Global structure: parkrun Global is both a limited company by guarantee (under English law) and a charity. It has several subsidiaries and operates in many countries through a franchise
  agreement.
  ● Legal: Trustees must ensure that the global organisation and subsidiaries work within the legal and regulatory framework.
  
  Principal accountabilities
  ● To determine the future of the organisation and protect its assets and reputation, giving due consideration to the impact of decisions on parkrun Global’s stakeholders.
  ● To exercise inclusive leadership and direction and play a key role in the determination and reinforcement of the values and ethical position of parkrun Global.
  ● To act as a champion and uphold parkrun’s values with regards to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
  ● To provide a creative contribution to the operation of parkrun Global by offering constructive criticism and an independent view, removed from the day to day running of the organisation.
  ● To operate within a legislative framework of fiduciary duties, and with responsibility for Health & Safety, to apply skill and care in performing these duties.
  ● To ensure that parkrun Global fulfils its statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006 and related legislation and to appoint competent person(s) to carry out these duties.
  ● To ensure parkrun Global fulfils its duty under the regulations of the Charity Commission and the Code of Governance of Sport England.
  ● To ensure, through the officers, that all its subsidiaries are working with the legal requirements of company law within their own countries and volunteer groups are working within the licence agreements.
  
  What we’re looking for
  
  We recognise the benefits of greater board diversity and the importance of an inclusive culture. We therefore want to attract applications from those who can bring a range of insights
  and perspectives to the charity. If you feel there may be barriers that could prevent you from otherwise supporting us as a trustee, please do get in touch for an informal discussion.
  
  Knowledge & experience
  Our Trustees bring a range of skills and experience to the charity. As we expand further across the world, we are specifically looking for global experience and with one of these two skill sets and experiences:
  
  ● Knowledge of sports governance, whether in a National Governing Body or other
  similar entity, and safeguarding.
  AND / OR
  ● Significant experience as an Ambassador and/or Event Director at parkrun.
  
  Knowledge and experience of digital, charity governance or fundraising within a charity would also be preferred.
  
  One of the two profiles could also have the ability and experience to fulfil the role of Welfare and Safety Lead for the Board. In addition to having experience in one or more of the areas listed above, the ideal candidate will:
  ● have extensive and varied life experiences, operated across different cultures and regions
  ● Senior leadership experience either at Executive or Non-Executive level is desirable.
  ● be motivated by social impact
  ● be committed to promoting greater diversity and inclusivity
  ● bring qualities to the Board of independence, impartiality, interest in health & wellbeing and
  professional integrity
  ● show demonstrable energy and enthusiasm for contributing advice and guidance as part of the
  Board of parkrun Global
  ● comply with the requirements of, and fulfil the duties and responsibilities set out in, the Companies Act 2006, the Insolvency Act 1986 and the Company Directors’ Disqualification
  Act 1986, together with any related or subsequent legislation
  ● be able to network effectively, particularly at board/senior levels, within the health, social, community and charity sectors, and with funding partners
  ● understand the concept of collective responsibility and exhibit this in their Board discussions.
  
  Trustee expectations and time commitment
  Term: Every trustee has an annual review with the Chair. The maximum term of office is nine years (a3-year term which can be renewed up to a maximum of 3 times).
  Time commitment:
  Estimated 1-2 days per month. This includes attending usually four board meetings a year in person as well sub-committee meetings as required (sub-committees are usually virtual), and any annual gatherings. Trustees usually join one or two sub-committees.
  Meetings are held mainly in Richmond, West London, but could be anywhere in the UK and we are looking for board members based in the UK with global experience. All accessibility needs will be met.
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