HR and Payroll Advisor

Centric People; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Job title: HR and Payroll Advisor

Location: Waltham Abbey

Hours of work: 08.30 – 17.30 Monday to Friday (1 hour for lunch)

Salary: Circa £30,000 to £35,000 depending on skills and experience

Our client operates an established warehousing and distribution centre based in Waltham Abbey.

Main purpose of the role:

The HR and Payroll Advisor will provide administrative support for our client's Waltham Abbey site, which incorporates their warehouse, logistics, QA, and Supply Chain functions. This role involves a variety of tasks working closely with site management, including recruitment support, employee record management, benefits administration, and coordinating HR projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses excellent communication skills.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

1. Being the first point of contact for all HR-related queries
2. Supporting management through day-to-day administrative duties
3. Administering HR-related documentation, such as contracts of employment
4. Ensuring the relevant HR database is up to date, accurate and complies with legislation
5. Assisting in the recruitment process and liaising with recruitment agencies
6. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR System
7. Managing Time & Attendance system
8. Handling onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing necessary documentation and conducting inductions
9. Managing absences i.e., Return to Work forms and managing Holidays
10. Assisting in all employee relations matters such as disciplinary, grievances, pay and other duties as reasonably requested by your manager
11. Coordinating and supporting various HR projects, such as HR Systems implementation, training programs, and performance management processes
12. Assisting in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
13. Ensuring timesheets are processed in a timely manner
14. Assisting in Payroll and ensuring monthly invoices are checked and ready for processing
15. Assisting with compliance on UK legislation and areas highlighted by the HSE and trade federation
16. Supporting the Operations Manager with investigations as required for Accidents/Investigations
17. Ensuring adequate cover for first aiders & fire Marshalls across all departments

Skills, Knowledge and Personal Attributes:

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills
2. Ability to plan and organize work effectively and efficiently and have a strong attention to detail
3. Good knowledge of MS Excel & Word
4. Experienced and confident, with strong interpersonal skills
5. Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team
6. Proactive, self-starter with a practical and logical approach
7. Knowledge of HR systems will be desirable but not essential as training will be provided
8. Experience working in a HR related role ideally in Warehousing or Distribution

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of CIPD Level 3 or equivalent qualification
2. Strong English verbal and written skills are essential
3. Strong numeracy skills are essential for these positions

Benefits:

1. Holidays – 23 days rising to 25 after 3 complete years’ service
2. Employer Pension Contribution – 3% contribution

If you feel you have the relevant experience then we’d love to hear from you, apply today!