This company follows a continuous improvement approach to business and currently has a number of projects that are being developed, implemented and delivered in the forthcoming months. The person we are looking for is somebody that is experienced in a wide range of HR functions and is able to make a positive contribution to these projects.

General Duties and Responsibilities

· To work effectively with the Management team and other colleagues to achieve the Company’s mission and strategical aims.

· To support and participate in initiatives to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all Company members.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

To be the principal contact for all Human Resource activity. The candidate will liaise with the Managers of each section/department and the external HR Advisors (if applicable).

To demonstrate and communicate best practices in human resource management.

To test and improve compliance with Company policies, HR regulations and legislation.

To obtain and prepare the necessary supporting information in order to process the Company’s monthly payroll. One of the main time-consuming elements for the successful applicant will be monitoring and helping to control overtime.

To report to senior management on HR activity such as overtime, absenteeism and illnesses.

To assist in the assessment of the training needs of the workforce, designing solutions, organising or procuring training services as required.

To maintain personnel records and collaborate in the professional career system that the company has in place.

To be the main point of contact for the existing Workwear scheme.

To manage the recruitment process from end to end as necessary.

General office administration (including occasional switchboard cover).

Person Specification

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who enjoys a varied role, and a person who is solutions-focussed and resilient. The candidate will be expected to manage their time and day-to-day responsibilities on his/her own and therefore, needs to be able to work on their own initiative. The candidate will also need good interpersonal skills to relate with Managers and Company members effectively.

The essential skills required for this role are: -

Knowledge and experience of processing a payroll and payroll software

Knowledge of employment regulations and law

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Confidence in the analysis of numerical data with the requisite attention to detail

Ability to present findings

Ability to negotiate and build relationships

Ability to work in a small close-knit team on some projects

Ability of prioritise workload, time management and dealing with conflicting priorities while being able to meet deadlines