Dynamic HR Administrator - Payroll & Recruitment (UK)

KAT Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

KAT Recruitment is recruiting an HR Administrator to support our client's HR functions across UK sites, based at the Barnstaple head office. 35 hours per week (8-4 or 9-5) with a salary of £28-£31k dependent on experience.

The role covers payroll, recruitment support, employee relations, training and HR projects, while ensuring processes run smoothly and employee data is accurate. Candidates with CIPD or studying towards it are desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar HR role, with Payroll experience being desirable.
• Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent Excel and administration skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload.
• A positive can-do attitude and ability to work well under pressure.
• Flexible approach and willingness to support different areas of the business.
• CIPD qualification or working towards one is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting managers with employee relations, attendance and general HR queries.
• Providing advice on HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• Maintaining accurate employee records, HR databases and the Time & Attendance system.
• Supporting payroll activities and ensuring information is accurate and submitted on time.
• Supporting recruitment, including job descriptions, interviews and candidate administration.
• Organising and supporting staff training and development.
• Producing regular HR reports and providing accurate HR data for management and audits.
• Ensuring HR processes comply with UK employment legislation and company policies.
• Supporting HR projects, employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Providing HR support across different areas of the Group and covering for the HR team when required.
• Identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and the employee experience.

Skills

HR administration

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Time management

Can-do attitude

Pressure management

Education

CIPD qualification desirable

Tools

Excel

HR systems/databases

Job description

KAT Recruitment is recruiting an HR Administrator to support our client's HR functions across UK sites, based at the Barnstaple head office. 35 hours per week (8-4 or 9-5) with a salary of £28-£31k dependent on experience.

The role covers payroll, recruitment support, employee relations, training and HR projects, while ensuring processes run smoothly and employee data is accurate. Candidates with CIPD or studying towards it are desirable.