HR Administrator

Confidential; Chester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Employer pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Income protection

Critical illness cover

Wellbeing programme

Career development

Job summary

Confidential, based in Chester, is seeking an HR Administrator to support day-to-day operations of the HR team in an industrial and manufacturing environment. You will handle contracts, payroll data, onboarding, and employee records while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

You will coordinate with our outsourced payroll provider, assist with recruitment activities, and look for ways to improve HR processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR Administrator/HR Assistant role.
• Experience using HRIS to maintain employee records and lifecycle changes.
• Proven experience preparing payroll information for monthly payroll processing.
• Experience working with an outsourced payroll provider.
• Excellent organisational skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, priorities and routine HR/payroll tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR administrative support including contracts, amendments, absence documentation, and employee correspondence.
• Assist onboarding and offboarding, ensuring documentation, compliance checks and HR system updates.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases with confidentiality.
• Prepare and submit monthly payroll information (starters, leavers, salary amendments, absences).
• Liaise with outsourced payroll provider to resolve queries and ensure timely submission.
• Review payroll reports and investigate discrepancies prior to processing.
• Administer employee benefits and respond to HR/payroll queries.
• Support recruitment and lifecycle activities including interview scheduling, offers, and pre-employment checks.
• Handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and administrative efficiency.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll coordination

Confidentiality

Organisational skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

CIPD Level 3 (or studying)

Tools

HRIS (Cascade/HiBob)

Payroll systems

Microsoft Excel/Office

Job description

As an HR Administrator in the industrial and manufacturing sector based in Chester, you'll focus on supporting the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department. From handling key administrative tasks to ensuring processes run smoothly, your role will help keep the team organised and effective.

Client Details

This company operates within the industrial and manufacturing sector and is based in Chester.

Description

• - Provide comprehensive HR administrative support, including the preparation of employment contracts, contractual amendments, absence management documentation, and employee correspondence.
• - Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring all documentation, compliance checks, and HR system updates are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• - Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with internal audit requirements.
• - Prepare, collate, and submit monthly payroll information, including details of starters, leavers, salary amendments, absence records, and other employee changes.
• - Act as a key point of contact for the outsourced payroll provider, resolving queries and ensuring payroll data is submitted accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• - Review payroll reports and support the investigation and resolution of any discrepancies prior to payroll processing.
• - Administer employee benefits and respond to day-to-day HR and payroll-related queries.
• - Support recruitment and employee life cycle activities, including interview scheduling, offer administration, and pre-employment checks.
• - Handle sensitive employee and payroll information with discretion, professionalism, and strict confidentiality.
• - Identify and support opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and administrative efficiencies across the function.

Profile

Essential Criteria

• - Previous experience in an HR Administrator, HR Assistant, or similar people support role.
• - Experience using HR systems (HRIS) to maintain employee records, update employee information, and process changes throughout the employee life cycle.
• - Proven experience preparing, checking, and coordinating payroll information for monthly payroll processing.
• - Experience working with an outsourced payroll provider or external payroll bureau, ensuring accurate and timely data submission.
• - Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• - Ability to effectively manage multiple deadlines, priorities, and routine HR and payroll activities.
• - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels.
• - Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• - Capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a fast-paced HR team environment.

Desirable Criteria

• - CIPD Level 3 qualification, or currently studying towards a CIPD qualification.
• - Experience using HR systems such as Cascade, HiBob, or similar HR and people management platforms.
• - Previous experience supporting employee benefits administration and benefits-related queries.
• - Experience working within a growing, evolving, or transformation-focused organisation.
• - Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives, including the enhancement of HR processes, systems, and ways of working.

Job Offer

• - Competitive salary and overall rewards package.
• - Excellent opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression within a growing organisation.
• - Flexible working arrangements to support a positive work-life balance.
• - Generous annual leave entitlement, in addition to public holidays.
• - Employer-funded pension scheme with enhanced company contributions.
• - A range of additional wellbeing and protection benefits, including life assurance, income protection, and critical illness cover.
• - Private healthcare provision or a flexible benefits allowance.
• - A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where employees are encouraged to contribute, develop, and succeed.
• - Access to a comprehensive benefits programme designed to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.