HR Advisor

Sammons Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment firm is seeking an experienced HR Advisor in Leeds. This role involves payroll management, overseeing HR operations, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. Join a collaborative team that values your development and offers a positive culture with hybrid working options. Competitive salary of £38,000 per annum along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced pension

Private healthcare

Wellbeing initiatives

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a generalist HR role.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices.
• Experience with payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll process.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues.
• Oversee HR administration across employee lifecycle.
• Develop and implement HR policies.
• Lead HR initiatives for engagement and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate HR records and reports.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Understanding of UK employment law

Proficiency in HRIS/payroll systems

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

CIPD qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced HR professional with strong payroll knowledge? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established client for an HR Advisor to join their growing and collaborative team based in Leeds City Centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your HR career, providing hands-on support across the full employee lifecycle while leading on payroll responsibilities. You\'ll be joining a company that champions development, encourages autonomy, and offers a brilliant working culture.

What\'s on Offer

• Salary: £38,000 per annum
• Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, enhanced pension, private healthcare, wellbeing initiatives, and regular social events
• Progression & Support: Clear career path with continued investment in your development
• Hybrid Working: Office-based during probation, then hybrid working available
• Positive Culture: Be part of a friendly, supportive, and people-focused HR team

Responsibilities

• Payroll Management: Take ownership of the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance
• Employee Relations: Provide advice and guidance on ER issues, absence management, and performance concerns
• HR Operations: Oversee HR administration across the full employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding
• Policy & Compliance: Support the development and implementation of HR policies, ensuring adherence to employment law
• HR Projects: Lead and support on HR initiatives such as engagement, retention, and wellbeing programmes
• Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate records and produce insightful HR and payroll reports for senior leadership

Skills, Experience, and Training

• Experience: Minimum 3 years in a generalist HR role
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Qualifications: CIPD (or working towards) desirable
• Systems: Proficiency in HRIS/payroll systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Communication: Confident, professional, and comfortable advising stakeholders at all levels

How to Apply

If you\'re a proactive HR professional with payroll experience looking for your next challenge, we\'d love to hear from you. Submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and what attracts you to this role.

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