HR Officer
*Annual Salary: 27,000 - 31,000 
*Location: Wisbech 
*Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll and HR Officer to provide effective and efficient payroll cover and HR control within our company. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. As a key member of a small team, you will need to use your initiative, excellent time management skills, and a flexible approach to manage a challenging and varied workload.
Day-to-day of the role:
Payroll Responsibilities:
*Process payroll on a weekly and monthly basis, including preparation and verification of timesheets and actual payment processing in Sage 50 Payroll.
*Administer all pension scheme processes weekly.
*Manage the annual leave system continuously.
*Ensure timesheets accurately reflect work undertaken.
*Upload weekly rotas into our time and attendance system.
Human Resource Responsibilities:
*Coordinate all recruitment and selection activities, including advertising, processing applications, and scheduling interviews.
*Manage and maintain contracts, personnel files, and other employee information in compliance with legislation.
*Draft routine correspondence and document templates, such as forms, letters, and spreadsheets.
*Conduct inductions and return-to-work meetings.
*Manage HR-related administrative tasks such as filing, shredding, faxing, and scanning, adhering to legislation including Data Protection.
*Assist with preparations for disciplinary and grievance hearings.
*Update company handbook and policies with the support of external legal professionals.
*Assist line managers with performance-related matters, including annual performance reviews.
*Maintain and develop the company’s positive and progressive culture.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Previous payroll experience.
*Minimum of 2 years in a similar HR supportive role.
*Knowledge of employment law, ACAS Code of Practice, and European employment legislation.
*CIPD qualification is desirable.
*Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and Excel.
*Experience with Sage 50 Payroll is highly desirable.
*Excellent time management, organisational, and administrative skills.
*Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
*Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
*High levels of discretion.
To apply for this HR Officer position, please submit your CV.