HR / Payroll Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established food manufacturing company as an HR / Payroll Assistant in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to support day-to-day HR operations, from payroll processing to onboarding new employees. Ideal for an organized and proactive HR professional, this position allows you to expand your experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate closely with the HR Manager and play a vital role in ensuring smooth HR operations. If you're ready for a hands-on role in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior HR experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Experience with payroll administration and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR function and process payroll.
• Coordinate onboarding and maintain accurate employee records.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

HR Best Practices

Collaboration

Education

CIPD Level 3 Qualification

Job description

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HR / Payroll Assistant

Location: Birmingham (On-site)

Salary: £28,000 pa

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

About the Role

We’re recruiting an HR / Payroll Assistant on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing company based in Birmingham. Supplying major UK supermarkets and operating at scale, this business combines tradition and innovation within a fast-paced production environment.

Working closely with the HR Manager, you’ll play a key part in ensuring day-to-day HR operations run smoothly. From supporting payroll and maintaining employee records to assisting in disciplinary processes and onboarding new starters, the role is varied and hands-on.

If you’re an organised, proactive HR professional looking to expand your experience in a manufacturing setting, this could be the ideal opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the HR function
• Coordinate onboarding and references for new starters
• Maintain HR systems and accurate employee records
• Process payroll, queries and liaise with finance
• Support managers during disciplinary and grievance meetings
• Administer holiday tracking and updates
• Be a point of contact for staff regarding HR and benefits queries
• Assist with recruitment, training coordination, and employee development
• Update organisational charts and manage training matrices
• Take minutes in meetings and assist with general office tasks
• Step in for HR Manager when required

What We’re Looking For

• Prior HR experience in a manufacturing environment (essential)
• Experience in food manufacturing (advantageous)
• Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification
• Experience with payroll administration/support
• Good understanding of HR best practice
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset