HR Payroll Officer - 12 month FTC

HR Payroll Officer - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Salary: Up to 30,000

Working policy: Up to 30,000

Ashley Kate is excited to partner with a client committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining a positive work environment. We are seeking a diligent and experienced HR Payroll Officer to support the Solihull plant. This role involves assisting the payroll manager with payroll data, reporting, managing the Time & Attendance system, and providing HR and operational support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately collate, validate, and submit payroll information for all employees in a timely manner.
• Manage weekly Time & Attendance reports, collaborating with Finance and department leads to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Support Line Managers during organizational changes and assist with related processes.
• Provide training on payroll processes and the Time & Attendance system.
• Investigate Time & Attendance system queries, liaising with providers and IT teams, and escalate issues as needed.
• Build strong relationships with Line Managers to ensure smooth coordination across the plant.
• Assist with ad-hoc data consolidation projects, maintaining system accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and customer needs.
• Maintain and update HRIS data for accuracy and compliance.
• Facilitate effective communication across the plant to support smooth operations.
• Monitor and report on key performance metrics during daily, weekly, and monthly reviews.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new HR initiatives aligned with business strategy.
• Support employee relations issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Update and maintain employee records in HRIS and physical files, supporting GDPR and digitalisation efforts.
• Provide coverage for HR projects and activities as required.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, legal, and compliance standards, including HSE safety standards.
• Take on additional projects and tasks as assigned by management.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• CIPD Level 3 or 5 qualification, or a relevant degree (desirable)
• Proven experience at the HR Officer level, especially in payroll and data management.
• Experience handling high-volume payroll data and generating detailed reports.
• Intermediate Excel skills for comparing large data sets and preparing reports.
• Experience administering Time and Attendance Systems.
• Strong ability to consolidate payroll information from multiple sources.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills.
• Empathy and active listening skills to support employees effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and independent decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure.

If you're interested, please apply!

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