HR & Payroll Coordinator

Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A biopharmaceutical company is seeking an HR & Payroll Coordinator for a fixed term 12-month contract based in their Manchester office. The role involves managing payroll processing and human resources activities with a focus on accuracy and compliance. Ideal candidates should possess strong organisational skills and proficiency in tools like SAP and ADP. The position offers comprehensive benefits including a competitive salary, annual bonus, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance related bonus

Private medical insurance

Flexible smart working

Professional development opportunities

25 days leave plus 2 additional paid well-being days

Qualifications

• Highly organised with strong planning skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work with accuracy and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll and HR activities efficiently.
• Maintain employee records accurately.
• Liaise with the external payroll provider (ADP).

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Tools

SAP

ADP

Job description

HR & Payroll Coordinator (Fixed term contract up to 12 months)

Date: 14 Jan 2026

Department: Human Resources

Business Area: Human Resources

Job Type: Direct Employee

Contract Type: Temporary

Location: Manchester, GB

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its headquarters in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong الاثنين values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Who we are looking for

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll and HR Coordinator to join our HR Team on a fixed term contract for up to 12 months, based in our Head Office in Manchester.

At Chiesi it is our people who are at the heart of what we do and achieve. A proud family business we are a Top Employer and a Great Place to Work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance related bonus
• 25 days leave plus 2 additional paid well-being days
• Group personal pension scheme with flexible contributions
• Private medical insurance
• Private dental insurance
• Group life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Salary sacrifice and employee discount schemes
• Annual high-performance incentive awards
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies
• Paid carers leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible smart working
• 2 dedicated volunteering days per year

If you’ll be joining us at our Head Office near Manchester Airport, you'll enjoy great public transport links, free parking and free charging (for Electric Vehicles).

We offer hybrid working of three days in our Head Office in Heald Green and two days from home as part of our SMART Working Policy.

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments upon request.

If this sounds like the next step in your journey, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing date: Wednesday 21st January 2026; First stage interviews: Friday 23rd and Monday 26th January 2026; Second stage interviews: Week commencing 2nd February 2026.

Please note we may close the vacancy earlier than noted above if we receive a high number of applications.

This is what you will do

The Payroll & HR Coordinator plays a vital role in the efficient administration of payroll and human resources activities. Working closely with the HR, Finance, and external payroll provider (ADP), this role is responsible for accurate data entry, maintaining employee records and supporting finance operations through SAP. The position ensures HR and payroll activities are delivered accurately, compliantly, and on time, contributing to smooth organisational operations and a positive employee experience.

You will need to have

The ideal candidate is highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. Strong planning and organisational skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role requires the ability to work with accuracy, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism when handling sensitive information.

You will be responsible for

Payroll Administration

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the third‑party payroll provider (ADP) managing all payroll processing tasks.
• Enter and maintain all employee data in the ADP system, including starters, leavers, contractual changes, permanent and temporary pay adjustments including bonus data, salary review changes, and other non‑standard payments.
• Investigate المثال payroll discrepancies by liaising with ADP and employees.
• Review and verify payroll data with ADP prior to final authorisations and monthly submission.
• Support audits by providing required payroll documentation and reports.
• Prepare any payroll reports and assist with financial reconciliations.
• Conduct data audits within the HR Global system (C‑People) to ensure accurate and complete data transfer from the ADP system.
• Record, track, and maintain absence data to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Monitor occupational sick pay absence levels in the system, produce monthly reports, and escalations trigger points to HRBPs.
• Maintain accurate employee records on all benefits platforms including new enrolments, changes, and terminations.
• Monitor benefit in kind deductions and ensure they are accurately reflected in payroll.
• Assist the HRBP with annual benefits renewal and enrolment cycles, helping to coordinate timelines and prepare communication materials.
• Maintain the Reward and Recognition system with updates to starters, leavers and manage the perk and financial budget allocations.
• Process HR related invoices in SAP ensuring correct coding, cost allocation, and timely purchase order creation.
• Track outstanding invoices and follow up with suppliers, managers, or Finance as to resolve issues.
• Support Finance with reconciliations and provide necessary documentation and reports.

Fleet Coordination

• Working with third‑party suppliers to organise company fleet, managing fines, system updates, invoices etc.
• Payroll coordination of fleet changes etc.
• Liaising with third‑party suppliers to answer colleague queries.
• Management of driver training system.

What we offer

We provide top‑class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programmes, and work‑life balance initiatives. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. sobald you are joining us, everything is designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of transferring the business.