At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage HR processes and payroll coordination while supporting a positive workplace culture.
- Company: Join a growing organisation that values collaboration and employee engagement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and varied role.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on employee experience and shape HR practices.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR and payroll, with strong knowledge of UK employment law.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Rayleigh
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE) + Benefits
Hours: Full Time | Permanent | 9:00am - 5:00pm
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR & Payroll Manager to take ownership of the full employee lifecycle within a growing organisation. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will play a key part in ensuring compliance, supporting employees, and fostering a positive and productive workplace culture. You will also take responsibility for payroll coordination, working closely with the Finance team to ensure accurate and timely processing. Please note: Travel to other sites will be required as part of this role.
- Policy & Compliance
- Maintain and update HR policies and employment documentation in line with current legislation and best practice
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding processes
- Support initiatives to attract and retain top talent
- Payroll Coordination
- Oversee weekly and monthly payroll processes in collaboration with Finance
- Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing
- Performance Management
- Lead the annual appraisal cycle
- Support the delivery of training and development initiatives
- HR Administration
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records
- Ensure full GDPR compliance at all times
- Employee Relations
- Manage employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and wellbeing support
- Health & Safety
- Oversee health and safety processes
- Liaise with external providers to ensure compliance with regulations
- HR Advisory
- Provide first-line HR advice to employees
- Coach and support managers on people-related matters
- Employee Engagement
- Drive engagement initiatives and internal communications
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and connected workplace culture
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- High level of discretion and professionalism
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload
- Confident working independently and as part of a wider team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
- Good understanding of health & safety regulations and risk assessments
Experience & Qualifications
- CIPD qualification (preferred)
- Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Manager level
- Experience coordinating or overseeing payroll processes
Why Join?
- Varied, hands-on role with real influence and impact
- Opportunity to shape HR processes and workplace culture
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
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