HR Administrator - FTC in Cheadle

Join us as a HR Administrator in our Cheadle office near Stockport. Wienerberger Ltd manufactures and provides wall, roof and landscaping products for the construction sector. We offer innovative and sustainable solutions across the whole building envelope for new build, renovation projects and across the building industry.

As a HR Administrator you will be a trusted part of our HR Services team, supporting colleagues across the UK and Ireland through every stage of their employee journey. You’ll contribute to a high-quality, customer-focused service, working closely with HR colleagues to ensure accurate, timely and compliant administration that helps our business run smoothly. This is a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity.

Duties Also Include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for HR queries using our case management system, providing first‑line support and escalating where needed.
• Supporting end‑to‑end onboarding for new hires, including creating offers of employment, completing right‑to‑work checks and onboarding colleagues to core HR systems.
• Processing job changes, internal moves and leavers accurately within HR systems and ensuring payroll information is shared on time.
• Preparing employment change documentation and maintaining service level agreements.
• Maintaining accurate and compliant employee records in line with GDPR requirements.
• Monitoring fixed‑term contracts, probation periods and work‑permit expiry dates and following up with managers as needed.
• Supporting HR reporting, benefits administration and time and attendance administration under direction of the HR Services Lead.
• Providing team cover during periods of absence and peak activity to ensure continuity of service.

Your work helps us deliver consistent and reliable people processes, giving our colleagues confidence and supporting our ability to serve customers across the UK and Ireland. There are opportunities to develop your skills, build strong working relationships and grow your career within a collaborative HR team. This role is based in Cheadle, with easy access from Stockport and Manchester, close to local bus routes and rail links, and convenient road connections via the M60 and A34. Working hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

About You:

• Experience in a fast‑paced administrative environment.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and work accurately to deadlines.
• Good IT skills including Excel and HR systems.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders at all levels.
• A collaborative and inclusive approach with a willingness to learn and improve.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a HR or shared services environment.
• Knowledge of payroll processes or HR case management systems.

About Our Benefits:

• Salary – competitive.
• You’ll have 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which will be pro‑rated. Holiday flexibility means you can buy up to four extra days and sell up to two. You’ll also get an extra day each year to volunteer.
• Support is there when you need it through our employee assistance and wellbeing programmes. This includes a 24/7 online GP, access to counselling, mental health support, and get fit programmes.
• Health and wellbeing benefits include dental cover, a health cash plan, and eye tests.
• Financial advice and support are available, including expert guidance from our pension provider and help with savings and loan options.
• Discounts are available with a range of retailers, gyms, and Wienerberger products.
• Life assurance is provided at twice your annual salary.

Wienerberger UK & Ireland is building for what’s next – delivering full building envelope solutions for the built environment. Uniting leading brands and expertise, we empower our partners to create lasting impact, with quality products, technical support, and a shared commitment to progress. Join us as a HR Administrator – UK & Ireland and help us shape tomorrow – because we’re building for what’s next – and that starts with you.

The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.