Overview

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is proud to work exclusively with our Daventry based client in their search for an experienced HR Officer. This newly created role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic business.

The Role

Are you looking for a standalone HR role that you can make your own?

You will be responsible for all HR matters and payroll processing/checking for a total of circa 80 employees. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, who has extensive payroll experience and who will be there to advise you. Joining a supportive and collaborative team, working in a welcoming environment. The role is offered part-time, with approximately 24 hours per week, and complete flexibility regarding when these hours are worked. For the “ideal” candidate, our client is open to considering more or fewer hours to accommodate their needs.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing HR administration, including employee records, contracts, compliance and absence recording through Bright HR.
• Supporting the recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
• Advising on and managing HR policies and procedures to support the business’s growth and success.
• Handling employee queries related to HR and payroll matters.
• Leading or contributing to specific one-off projects and assisting in updating procedures and policies as needed.
• Managing payroll processes. The group has approximately 80 employees across the group. Which consists of 7 individual payrolls, 6 overseas, and processed via a bureau or with local help. This will involve collating the necessary information to pass on to the relevant outsourcing company and acquiring the relevant approvals.
• Processing the UK payroll in-house using Sage Payroll, in house training and support will be provided if necessary.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified and bring extensive generalist HR experience and, while prior payroll knowledge is preferred, it is not essential as training can be provided for those eager to embrace this aspect of the role. Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail are crucial, along with confidence in navigating employment law. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, coupled with self-motivation and a proactive approach to challenges.

Remuneration 

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum pro-rata

Hours: Circa 24 hours per week, office-based but complete flexibility on hours and days worked

Holidays: 20 days plus statutory days pro-rata. (increases by 1 day per year to a maximum of 5).

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.  Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency and as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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