HR Operations / Payroll Coordinator

Croda; Goole; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension scheme

25 days paid holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Free lunch in on‑site restaurant

Access to share plans

Generous parental leave

Retail platform benefits

Free car parking on Croda sites

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Croda is seeking an HR Operations/Payroll Coordinator to support HR processes and payroll delivery, coordinating activity across HR Administration, the in-house Payroll Coordinator, and the managed payroll provider.

The role ensures employee lifecycle changes and payroll inputs are accurate, timely, and compliant, working across internal and external stakeholders to maintain payroll integrity.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR operations, payroll coordination, or a shared services environment.
• Understanding of payroll processes, controls, and the impact of HR changes on employee pay.
• Familiarity with HR and payroll systems, data reconciliation, and reporting processes.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, trackers, and data analysis tools.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and process compliance.
• Confident communicator with strong problem-solving and issue-resolution skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach, with a structured way of working and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Calm, reliable, and accountable, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate HR and payroll activities, ensuring employee changes are accurately processed and submitted on time.
• Act as a key link between HR Administration, the Payroll Coordinator, and the external payroll provider.
• Monitor payroll timelines, track activity, and help resolve issues to ensure smooth payroll delivery.
• Support HR administration processes and maintain accurate records relating to employee lifecycle changes.
• Carry out data checks and reconciliations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Assist with payroll governance activities, including validating information, checking and supporting process controls.
• Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, and external partners to deliver an efficient service.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including HR systems implementation and process optimisation.
• Provide a professional and customer‑focused service when responding to employee and manager queries.

Skills

HR operations

Payroll coordination

Payroll processes

HR systems

Microsoft Excel

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a HR Operations/ Payroll Coordinator to support the smooth delivery of HR operational processes by coordinating activity across HR Administration, the in‑house Payroll Coordinator, and the managed payroll service provider.

The role acts as a central point of operational control, ensuring that employee lifecycle changes and payroll inputs are accurate, timely, and effectively managed across internal and external stakeholders.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience in HR operations, payroll coordination, or a shared services environment.
• Understanding of payroll processes, controls, and the impact of HR changes on employee pay.
• Familiarity with HR and payroll systems, data reconciliation, and reporting processes.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas, trackers, and data analysis tools.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and process compliance.
• Confident communicator with strong problem-solving and issue-resolution skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach, with a structured way of working and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Calm, reliable, and accountable, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate HR and payroll activities, ensuring employee changes are accurately processed and submitted on time.
• Act as a key link between HR Administration, the Payroll Coordinator, and the external payroll provider.
• Monitor payroll timelines, track activity, and help resolve issues to ensure smooth payroll delivery.
• Support HR administration processes and maintain accurate records relating to employee lifecycle changes.
• Carry out data checks and reconciliations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Assist with payroll governance activities, including validating information, checking and supporting process controls.
• Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, and external partners to deliver an efficient service.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including HR systems implementation and process optimisation.
• Provide a professional and customer‑focused service when responding to employee and manager queries.

What We Offer

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Free lunch in on‑site restaurant
• Access to share plans
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites
• Flexible working arrangements

In addition to the benefits above, employees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme* (after 6 months with the company), Cycle to Work scheme*, Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme. As well as access to number of health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.

• Please note salary criteria is applicable for this benefit.

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [e-mail].

Why Croda?

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people‑led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do. Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.