Job Description

About the role

The People Team Administrator supports the People department by managing employee data, assisting with the payroll process, and coordinating recruitment activities. This role ensures the accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance of People operations while providing high-quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle.

About the Company

Cranswick PLC is a leading UK food manufacturer, focussing on Continental specialities. Our unwavering commitment to first-rate quality and service, alongside our passion for food, has put us at the forefront as a trusted partner working with most of the UK's national retailers. We are devoted to nurturing talent and cultivating an inclusive working environment where driven professionals can excel and advance. The site processes olives, antipasti, slices continental charcuterie and cooked meats.

Company Values

We built our business on an unwavering commitment to quality, efficiency and innovation which is embedded in our culture. This is delivered by our hard-working, talented teams who continually drive the business forward using our FOOD Behaviours.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & HR Data Management

Maintain and update employee records across HRIS and payroll systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations. Assist in preparing monthly payroll by collating timesheets, absence reports, overtime records, and variable pay information. Conduct regular audits of HR data to ensure integrity, consistency, and compliance with internal policies. Support the production of HR reports and dashboards for leadership, including headcount, turnover, absence, and payroll metrics.

Recruitment Support

Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates. Maintain recruitment trackers and assist with applicant screening and initial shortlisting. Liaise with hiring managers to ensure smooth recruitment workflows. Support onboarding processes, including preparing offer letters, contracts, and new starter documentation.

General HR Administration

Serve as the first point of contact for HR queries, directing employees to policies or escalating issues as appropriate. Prepare HR documentation such as contracts, amendments, and reference letters. Assist with induction, training coordination, and employee lifecycle administration (new starters, leavers, and changes). Support compliance and employee records management, ensuring confidentiality and GDPR alignment.

Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data handling. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Proficient with HRIS systems, payroll software, and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables desirable). Strong communication skills and ability to work with employees at all levels. Discreet, professional, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.

Experience & Qualifications

Experience in an HR administrative or similar support role. Familiarity with payroll processes and HR systems preferred. Understanding of recruitment processes and best practices. CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) beneficial but not required.

Second Nature

We believe sustainability should happen automatically whenever we make a business decision, big or small. It has become a natural function of how we operate. We are committed to campaigns such as reducing food waste by 50% before 2030, reducing plastic usage by 50% before 2025, Net Zero emissions by 2040 and much more.

How we recruit

At Cranswick Continental, we take pride in creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are committed to being an inclusive employer regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, medical condition or disability, or any other protected status.

We are an equal opportunities employer. At Cranswick we know that diverse teams are more likely to have greater innovation, creativity and understand of our customer needs. These are many of the things we are passionate about.

Did you know that some demographics may be less likely to apply to job adverts than others? For example, women are likely to apply only if they fit all of the skills listed. If you're reading this and perhaps don't tick every skill then please still make yourself known to Cranswick. We'd love to hear from you so we can assess this.

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, therefore please contact us to request assistance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 27,350.00 per year

Work Location: In person