HR Administrator

Pallinc is one of the UK’s largest and most sustainable timber pallet businesses, based from a well-invested production facility in Lincolnshire.

Our professionalism, communication and innovative thinking is what stands us apart within our industry and this outlook has allowed us to grow year-on-year without compromising our principles of service and customer care.

Due to growth we are looking to hire an experienced and confident HR Administrator to support the team and the business as it continues to expand.

**HR Administrator - Full Time or Partime (32-40 hours oper week) - Mon to Fri - Perm - up to £30k
- some hybrid working may be possible**

**Role Overview**

The HR Administrator will play a critical role in managing and supporting the administrative aspects of our HR functions as well as working with other key functions within our business (finance, sales, marketin, transport.) This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage the HR documentation and processes efficiently while ensuring compliance with UK employment law. You will work closely with managers and employees to provide accurate, timely, and professional support across a range of HR activities.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Onboarding and New Starters**:

- Administering the onboarding process for new employees, including preparing induction materials.
- Creating and maintaining personnel records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Producing contracts of employment and related documentation.
- Co-ordination of new-starter and refresher training.

**Recruitment and Selection**:

- Drafting and posting job adverts across appropriate platforms.

**HR Records and Documentation**:

- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records in line with GDPR and UK employment law.
- Ensuring all documents, including contracts, job descriptions, and policies, are current and accessible.

**Sickness Absence Management**:

- Monitoring and recording sickness absence, including maintaining up-to-date records.
- Communicating with employees regarding absence and return-to-work processes.
- Providing managers with relevant reports on absence patterns.

**Performance Management**:

- Coordinating and scheduling employee appraisals and one-to-one meetings.
- Assisting in the documentation of appraisal outcomes and follow-ups.

**General HR Administration**:

- Assisting with policy updates and ensuring dissemination to employees.
- Supporting the HR Manager in the delivery of HR projects and initiatives.
- Responding to general HR queries from employees and managers.
- Managing company benefits schemes and promoting within the team.
- Exit interviews for leavers.

**Compliance and Legal Adherence**:

- Ensuring all HR activities comply with UK employment law and best practices.
- Assisting in audits and implementing changes as required to maintain compliance.

**Key Skills and Attributes**

**Knowledge and Experience**:

- 2 years proven experience in an HR administrative role.
- Familiarity with UK employment law, contracting, recruitment and HR practices.
- Experience working with HR software and maintaining employee records.

**Skills**:

- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

**Personal Attributes**:

- Approachable and supportive, with a strong focus on employee well-being.
- Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- A collaborative team player with a flexible approach to tasks.
- Confident and articulate and able to explain complex things in simple language.
- Highly organised and disciplined to ensure work is completed to deadlines.
- Proactive and confident to raise issues and problems quickly.

**Qualifications**
- CIPD Level 3 (or willingness to work towards) is desirable but not essential.
- A’ Level qualifications or good passes at GCSE or NVQ 3 in Business Administration
- A strong understanding of employment law and HR practices in the UK.

If you are passionate about HR and thrive in a role where you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to the continued success of our business.

Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Human resources: 2 years (preferred)
- Employment Law: 1 year (preferred)
- HR Software: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- CIPD (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Market Rasen LN8 5NJ