Job title HR and Payroll Advisor
Location Waltham Abbey
Hours of work 08.30 – 17.30 Monday to Friday (1 hour for lunch)
Salary Circa £30,000 to £35,000 depending on skills and experience
Our client are operate an established warehousing and distribution centre based in Waltham Abbey
Main purpose of the role:
The HR and Payroll Advisor will provide administrative support for our clients Waltham Abbey site, which incorporates their warehouse, logistics, QA and Supply Chain functions.
This role involves a variety of tasks working closely with site management, including recruitment support, employee record management, benefits administration, and coordinating HR projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses excellent communication skills.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Being the first point of contact for all HR-related queries
- Supporting management through day-to-day administrative duties
- Administering HR-related documentation, such as contracts of employment
- Ensuring the relevant HR database is up to date, accurate and complies with legislation.
- Assisting in the recruitment process and liaising with recruitment agencies
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR System
- Managing Time & Attendance system.
- Handle onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing necessary documentation and conducting inductions.
- Managing absences i.e., Return to Work forms and managing Holidays.
- Assisting in all employee relations matters such as disciplinary, grievances, pay and other duties as reasonably requested by your manager.
- Coordinate and support various HR projects, such as HR Systems implementation, training programs, and performance management processes.
- Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
- Ensuring timesheets are processed in a timely manner.
- Assisting in Payroll and ensuring monthly invoices are checked and ready for processing.
- Assist with compliance on UK legislation and areas highlighted by the HSE and trade federation
- Support the Operations Manager with investigations as required for Accidents/Investigations
- Ensure adequate cover for first aiders & fire Marshalls across all departments
Skills, Knowledge and Personal Attributes:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to plan and organize work effectively and efficiently and have a strong attention to detail.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel & Word
- Experienced and confident, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team.
- Proactive, self-starter with a practical and logical approach.
- Knowledge of HR systems will be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
- Experience working in a HR related role ideally in Warehousing or Distribution
Qualification
- Minimum of CIPD Level 3 or equivalent qualification
- Strong English verbal and written skills is essential
- Strong numeracy skills are essential for these positions
Benefits:
- Holidays – 23 days rising to 25 after 3 complete years’ service.
- Employer Pension Contribution – 3% contribution
If you feel you have the relevant experience then we’d love to hear from you, apply today!
