Keeping people processes running smoothly makes a real difference to how a business operates and how employees feel supported. As HR & Payroll Assistant, you'll help shape that experience, from welcoming new starters and supporting employee relations to ensuring accurate information reaches the payroll provider on time.

This is an opportunity to join a growing, progressive business where you'll work closely with the Head of HR, gain exposure to a broad range of people-related activities and develop your career within a busy, supportive environment.

What’s in it for you

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum.
• 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Private healthcare provided.
• CIPD training and development support available for the right candidate.
• Exposure to a wide range of employee relations, recruitment and people management activities.
• The opportunity to develop your career within a growing business, working closely with an experienced Head of HR.

Your responsibilities as HR & Payroll Assistant

• Support day-to-day people operations, including employee records, contracts, onboarding, offboarding and general administration.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance procedures, absence management and performance reviews.
• Collect, check and prepare payroll information, including timesheets, overtime, bonuses, salary changes and deductions, ensuring accurate submission to the external provider.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, interviews, inductions, training records and employee development processes.
• Maintain accurate personnel records, monitor attendance and absence, and ensure documentation meets GDPR and employment legislation requirements.
• Prepare reports, management information and correspondence while supporting the Head of HR with policies, procedures and employee queries.

What we’re looking for in a HR & Payroll Assistant
Experience in people administration or generalist duties, including employee records, onboarding and offboarding.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, with experience maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including handling confidential employee information.
• Knowledge of payroll preparation, employment legislation or employee relations processes would be advantageous.
• A CIPD qualification, or progress towards one, would be beneficial, along with the ability to commute to Bury.

Working hours: 40 hours per week. Office-based.

If you're looking for a varied position where you can build on your existing experience and make a genuine contribution to a growing business, this HR & Payroll Assistant opportunity could be your next move.

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