HR / Payroll Assistant
Location: Birmingham (On-site)
Salary: £28,000 pa
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
About the Role
We’re recruiting an HR / Payroll Assistant on behalf of a well established food manufacturing company based in Birmingham. Supplying major UK supermarkets and operating at scale, this business combines tradition and innovation within a fast paced production environment.
Working closely with the HR Manager, you’ll play a key part in ensuring day-to-day HR operations run smoothly. From supporting payroll and maintaining employee records to assisting in disciplinary processes and onboarding new starters, the role being varied and hands-on role.
If you’re an organised, proactive HR professional looking to expand your experience in a manufacturing setting, this could be the ideal opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and operational support to the HR function
Coordinate onboarding and references for new starters
Maintain HR systems and accurate employee records
Process payroll, queries and liaise with finance
Support managers during disciplinary and grievance meetings
Administer holiday tracking and updates
Be a point of contact for staff regarding HR and benefits queries
Assist with recruitment, training coordination, and employee development
Update organisational charts and manage training matrices
Take minutes in meetings and assist with general office tasks
Step in for HR Manager when required
What We’re Looking For
Prior HR experience in a manufacturing environment (essential)
Experience in food manufacturing (advantageous)
Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification
Experience with payroll administration/support
Good understanding of HR best practice
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset