QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.
Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.
HR Operations Specialist - UK (Fixed-term contract)
We are currently looking for an HR Operations Specialist to join our EMEA HR Operations Team. This role is available on a fixed-term contract basis for 12-18 months to back fill a secondment in our team. Based in Pencoed manufacturing facility, the role will focus on supporting the HR Operations in the UK.
This role is based at our Pencoed manufacturing facility and will work Monday to Friday, within an expectation of 4 days out of 5 on site.
About QuidelOrtho, Pencoed
QuidelOrtho has been manufacturing products in South Wales for over 40 years. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, based in Pencoed, employs over 600 people who are involved in the manufacture and supply of clinical laboratory and immunohematology products to sites across the globe.
Our Pencoed team manufacture a large menu of immunohematology products used in transfusion medicine; in addition to a large menu of immunoassay products encompassing a range of disease categories.
On site we have a range of functions operating globally & locally. All our employees are working towards one common goal, to help save and improve lives through diagnostics.
Your new role
As an HR Operations Specialist, you will play an essential role in supporting Senior HR Operations Specialist to deliver first class operational support to our employees and managers. You will support employees by maintaining systems and processes that are critical to providing a great employee experience. You will be the first point of contact for employees (and their managers), helping them navigate our various HR processes, programs and initiatives. You will join our EMEA HR Operations team and in your day to day work you will work closely with and be supported by a Senior HR Operations Specialist based in Pencoed. You will also work with colleagues in Payroll, Talent Acquisition (TA), Total Rewards (TR), and with the Business Partners (BP). You will report to TR and Operations Manager.
What you'll be doing
Support the HR Operations processes for: Pre-hire: Working with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to produce the necessary documents and checks
Hire: Working with Business Partners / Total Rewards / Manager to provide an induction and onboarding and register for payroll and benefits.
Employee lifecycle: to provide day to day support and training for HR queries (including payroll and benefits), HR Systems, and employee data changes.
Respond and resolve requests from employees on all HR matters (Pay & Benefits, Holidays, Absences, Trainings etc.) and escalate issues to other members of the HR team (Business Partner, Payroll, TR, TA), if appropriate.
Partner with our Payroll team and be the main point of contact for submitting monthly instructions for payroll processing and payroll input (salary changes, deductions changes, benefit in kind values changes, shift allowance /overtime data, new joiners, leavers etc) ahead of payroll processing
Execute HR operational processes and services with a focus on employee experience and data integrity
Develop and maintain documentation and guides for manager and employee self-service
Identify and drive process improvement efforts, leveraging HR systems and shared folders to automate, digitalize and eliminate manual work where possible
Support with reporting, dashboards, and metrics to drive decision-making
Assist in audits and compliance reporting
What you'll need to succeed
University, bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent HR experience (preferred)
Previous experience in HR Operations, HRIS or payroll (ADP would be ideal)
Sound knowledge of multiple HR areas including HRIS, Payroll, Benefits and Compliance
Strong knowledge of Workday system is highly desirable.
Advanced user of Word Excel and PowerPoint
Experience in writing, maintaining, and updating policies, procedures and employee guides.
A positive attitude and passion for learning. This role is a high impact with many opportunities to influence culture and change.
A strong desire to be a champion of culture for QuidelOrtho through interactions with employees
A passion for making employee experiences simple, pleasant, and productive
Expert organization skills and an ability to prioritize effectively - you must be able to easily handle multiple tasks at the same time.
Strong drive for delivering impeccable work and adding value through doing things with high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail
Systems and process orientation with excellent attention to detail
Comfort in data generating, data analysis and metrics
Empathetic, clear, fluent, employee-oriented in communication
Please note that we will consider candidates with less experience who are eager to grow, as this role could be a great opportunity for someone looking to step into an HR Operations position.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary
Yearly Salary Reviews
Attractive Pension Scheme
Bonus Scheme
Life Assurance
Private Medical (If applicable)
LinkedIn Learning
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free Onsite Gym
Subsidised Canteen
25 days Holidays + 1 QuidelOrtho Day + 8 Bank Holidays (Milestone Increases Available)
Employee Assistance Programme
Reward & Recognition Programmes
State-Of-The-Art facilities
Exceptional career developmental prospects
Strong culture centred around collaboration & customer focus.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and become a key part of our success in QuidelOrtho!
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