HR Specialist

Colgate-Palmolive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer products company is seeking an HR Specialist to enhance employee experience and manage various HR functions including Talent Acquisition and Total Rewards. This dynamic role requires at least 5 years of HR experience and focuses on optimizing recruitment processes and payroll administration while fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Global experience with brand strategies

Inclusive and caring work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years HR experience, particularly in Talent Acquisition and Payroll.
• Familiar with UK payroll and benefits regulations.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate full-cycle recruitment for designated positions.
• Support payroll processes and benefits administration.
• Assist with employee lifecycle documentation and onboarding/offboarding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Multitasking

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #167683 - Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Report to: Northern Europe HR Director

Location: Woking, UK

Why Work For Colgate Palmolive:

• The learning & development opportunities: You will refine your commercial mindset and continue to learn new skills working closely with a cross-functional team giving you exposure to all local market departments.
• The challenge & variety: You will operate in a fast paced operational environment, directly impacting the day-to-day performance of the business, with personal accountability for your business.
• The global experience: You will have the opportunity to work with global brands, participate in global strategies with potential to develop your career internationally
• Our Colgate Values: We are Caring, We are Inclusive and We are Courageous are integral to how we operate every day.
  
  

Job Purpose

The HR Specialist position is a vibrant and impactful role designed to enhance the overall employee experience significantly. In this role, you will engage with various Human Resources functions, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Business Partnering, making substantial contributions to our organization's achievements. By driving recruitment processes, administering payroll and benefits, and supporting initiatives for employee inclusion and belonging, you will ensure seamless HR operations while cultivating a workplace where every team member can excel.

What You Will Do

Talent Acquisition (40%)

• Facilitate full-cycle recruitment processes for designated positions.
• Enhance the recruitment lifecycle and optimize the candidate experience.
• Manage relationships with recruitment partners and external platforms.
• Support internal career development and participate in special projects.
• Contribute to Talent Acquisition and learning initiatives.
  
  

Total Rewards (40%)

• Support payroll processes, including audit-related procedures.
• Assist with benefits administration and related communications.
• Manage payroll and pension platform integrations.
• Support the annual benefits and compensation planning cycles.
  
  

Other Responsibilities (20%)

• Collaborate with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) on Inclusion and Belonging initiatives.
• Assist with employee lifecycle documentation such as employment certificates.
• Support onboarding and offboarding procedures.
• Oversee HR-related contracts and purchase orders.
• Provide support for training logistics.
• Offer additional HR support as needed.
• This role is dynamic and varied, and while the list above is comprehensive, it is not exhaustive. We seek an HR Specialist who will take initiative and provide vital support across the HR team.
  
  

Who you are:

• A minimum of 5 years of HR experience, with expertise in Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and Benefits Administration.
• Familiarity with UK and Nordics payroll, benefits, and employment regulations is advantageous.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
  

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.