HR Generalist

Remarkable Jobs; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Blackburn is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Coordinator to oversee HR processes and payroll coordination. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in HR and possess excellent Excel skills. This standalone role requires strong organizational and communication abilities, allowing autonomy within a busy environment. Competitive salary and full-time hours offered with office-based work.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a standalone or generalist HR Administrator role.
• Excellent Excel skills including formulas, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables.
• Experience managing or preparing payroll data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day HR processes and payroll data submission.
• Maintain accurate employee records and contracts.
• Support with recruitment administration and onboarding processes.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll coordination

Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent HR qualification

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

HR & Payroll Coordinator/Advisor

Location: Blackburn

Salary: £26,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (office-based)

Free on-site parking

Full Time / Permanent

Remarkable Jobs are recruiting on behalf of a large, well-established organisation based in Blackburn.

We are seeking a HR & Payroll Coordinator to take ownership of all HR administration and payroll coordination across the business. This is a standalone role, ideal for someone confident managing a broad range of responsibilities within a large and busy organisation.

HR & Payroll Coordinator Role:

As the HR & Payroll Coordinator, you will oversee day-to-day HR processes while managing the collation and accuracy of payroll data for submission to the company accountant. You'll be responsible for maintaining employee records and ensuring all processes run smoothly and compliantly.

HR & Payroll Coordinator Key Responsibilities:

• Collate, verify, and prepare monthly payroll data for submission to the accountant.
• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and personnel files.
• Process starters, leavers, and contractual changes.
• Monitor absences, holidays, and other timekeeping records.
• Support with recruitment administration and onboarding processes.
• Manage HR documentation, correspondence, and employee communications.
• Produce reports and data analysis using Excel to support business decisions.

What They Are Looking For:

Essential:

• 2+ years' experience in a standalone or generalist HR Administrator/Coordinator role.
• Excellent Excel skills (formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data accuracy).
• Experience managing or preparing payroll data.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.

Desirable:

• Experience using Sage Payroll or similar systems.
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent HR qualification (or studying towards).
• Exposure to HR advisory tasks such as policy queries, absence management, or performance support.

HR & Payroll Coordinator Key Attributes:

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable - enjoys a varied workload.
• High attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Professional, approachable, and confident supporting colleagues at all levels.

If you're an organised and proactive HR professional looking for a standalone role in a large, fast‑paced organisation, this position offers excellent variety and autonomy.