Human Resource Officer jobs in United States

As the HR & Payroll Officer you will be responsible for delivering operational-level HR support across all stages of the employee life cycle.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an HR & Payroll Officer to join a dynamic and vibrant manufacturing business based in Stoke-on-Trent. As the HR & Payroll Officer you will be responsible for delivering operational-level HR support across all stages of the employee life cycle, including HR administration and payroll coordination. Along with playing a key part in the development, implementation, and consistent application of integrated HR and payroll systems, policies, processes, and solutions.

• As the HR Officer & Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for recruitment, leading campaigns for approved roles, in alignment with the Country HR Manager, and selecting appropriate sourcing channels
• Manage end-to-end recruitment administration, including: Sending interview invitations, collaborating with hiring managers on interview questions, attending interviews, and taking notes
• As the HR & Payroll Officer, you will provide candidate feedback, propose employment offers for approval, draft compliant contracts, and prepare full offer packs
• Support line managers with attendance review meetings and related administration
• As the HR & Payroll Officer, you will manage long-term sickness cases, liaising with Occupational Health and managers to implement appropriate solutions (e.g., phased returns, reasonable adjustments)
• Monitor and report absence levels as part of monthly HR reporting
• Prepare a monthly HR report, including updates of HR systems and organisation charts
• Compile and submit reports on worked hours, ONS data, absence, starters, and leavers
• As the HR & Payroll Officer, you will be the primary contact for payroll queries, reviewing, and confirming payroll changes. Ensure full compliance with internal policies and HMRC regulations for PAYE and National Insurance
• Promote Company Core Values and a positive workplace culture.
• Support graduate schemes and apprenticeship levy coordination.
• As the HR & Payroll Officer, you will support the Annual Salary Review process, including budget preparation and reporting
• Coach managers on HR processes in line with internal policies and ACAS guidelines
• As the HR & Payroll Office, you will support restructuring activities, including consultation preparation and process compliance
• Play a key role in HR Improvement & well-being projects

For the role, it would be good to see candidates with:

• A degree, equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience in Human Resources and/or Payroll discipline is required
• CIPD level 3 or above is essential
• Ongoing professional development through workplace experience and external learning is encouraged
• Experience in payroll administration is essential
• Experience in operational HR activities is essential
• Holds a valid UK Driving Licence (due to occasional travel requirements)
• Demonstrated HR experience, ideally within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Skilled in generalist HR activities
• Able to work independently, assess risk, and make commercially sound decisions

This role is commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Eccleshall, Market Drayton, Newcastle under Lyme, Uttoxeter, Leek, Stone, and Stafford.

Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm or 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

up to £36,000 Per Annum

Brampton Recruitment is an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.