HR & Payroll Assistant

We are looking for an experienced HR & Payroll Assistant to join the HR team based in our Lichfield office. The HR & Payroll Assistant duties involve coordinating the monthly payroll input and a wide generalist range of support and employee relations activities from planning and running probation meetings, conducting exit interviews, reviewing and updating policies, helping with recruitment and tracking KPI data. An important part of your role will be to act as the liaison between HR and employees, ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolution of requests and questions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Hiring Managers through the recruitment process including managing applications through the applicant tracking system (SmartRecruiter) and interview coordination
• Ownership of the new starter administration including preparation of onboarding documents, conducting right to work checks, and assisting with visa applications
• Collect and present HR and Recruitment KPIs
• Inputting and ensuring accuracy of data on the HR database (SAP) and other relevant systems
• Review, update and improve employment policies
• Booking and conducting onboarding sessions for new starters to include H&S tour
• Monitoring and recording employee absence and holidays through the absence management system
• Ensuring employee data is up to date and held in accordance with GDPR regulations
• Ensure timely collation of monthly payroll changes and administration
• Champion information sharing of Company benefits including the Group pension plan and private medical insurance schemes
• Raise purchase orders for the HR team through the Finance system (CEOS) and electronic approvals for invoices
• Proactively identify process related efficiencies and improvements to reduce administration
• Any additional ad hoc tasks or projects that are set by the HR Business Partner

• Proven experience in a similar HR or Employee Relations role is essential
• Minimum of CIPD Level 3 or similar required
• Strong understanding and up to date knowledge of UK employment law
• Previous experience of inputting payroll data and ability to accurately calculate payroll changes essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meets tight deadlines
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, and related business and communication tools
• Fantastic organisational and time management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Comfortable with presenting to a group and taking ownership of work

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

As an engineering and production partner, Continental Engineering Services (CES) develops customized solutions for technologically challenging tasks in automotive and industrial industries.

Become a part of a strong team and help us ensure that future mobility becomes more user-friendly, drive-efficient, safe, and comfortable.