Job Description

HR/Payroll Assistant

Location: Hockley, Birmingham, B18 5AY.

Contract:

Full-time, permanent.

Salary:

Competitive (Dependent on experience and qualifications) plus a pension plan and additional benefits.

We are a food manufacturing company that supplies many of the UK's top supermarkets and wholesalers, as well as a range of independent customers.

About the role:

The successful candidate will provide general support to the HR Manager and ensure that all HR related administration is up-to-date on a daily basis. The specific duties are varied and encompass most areas of the operational side of the HR department. The position holder will advise on best practices in HR and take an active role in addressing all HR queries, as well as liaising with Team Leaders and Managers on any issues that arise.

Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for managing the clocking-in system, handling payroll queries for weekly staff, and advising TL/Managers on HR processes in the absence of the HR Manager. Other duties may be assigned based on your abilities, which could include responsibilities that might not typically fall within this job role. This position is highly varied and requires someone who can navigate ambiguity effectively.

Responsibilities:

Provide support and general administration to the HR department Processing employees' onboarding and requesting references Update and maintain HR systems Manage HR filing, data entry, and prepare reports Support line managers during disciplinary and grievance meetings Process employee holidays and maintain the company holiday system Administer payroll and liaise with the Finance Department Serve as a reliable source of information for employees and managers, answering questions regarding HR, payroll, and benefits Keep both manual and computerised personnel records up to date Participate in recruitment processes Organise HR events and various meetings, and coordinate RE issues Welcome visitors and arrange refreshments Coordinate with other departments for employee training & development and manage the training matrix in the system. Take notes during various meetings.

What we need from you:

Previous HR administration experience Strong HR Admin skills Basic knowledge of employment law Excellent communication and reporting skills Sage 50 payroll Hold a CIPD Level 5 or above /equivalent qualification Intermediate MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are essential Knowledge of health and safety Ability to build relationships at all levels Organisational skills and the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously. Maintain discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality Strong attention to details o Excellent reporting and communication skills Knowledge of health and safety.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, then apply today!

No agencies, please!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Birmingham B18 5AY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

HR: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Birmingham B18 5AY (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CFL/HR-Jan25