HR & Payroll Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll & HR Administrator to join a fast‑growing manufacturing business in Leeds. The role combines end‑to‑end payroll processing with comprehensive HR administration, supporting the employee lifecycle across a busy operation.

Key responsibilities

• Process full‑cycle payroll each month using Sage Payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain up‑to‑date employee payroll records and handle starters, leavers, contractual changes, overtime, bonuses and statutory payments.
• Respond promptly to payroll queries from staff and managers.
• Provide HR administration support including recruitment, onboarding, induction and record‑keeping in line with GDPR.
• Assist with absence management, disciplinary, grievance and capability processes.
• Support HR Business Partners on complex employee‑relations cases while maintaining confidentiality.
• Produce regular payroll and HR reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies and payroll regulations.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a combined Payroll and HR administration role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HR best practice.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Required skills

• Sage Payroll (essential)
• Microsoft Excel