HR / Payroll Assistant - #1689734

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 being varied and hands-on role.

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