24 jobs found in Bedford

HR Administrator Location: Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge Job Type: Full-time - Fixed Term Contract for 6 months Salary: £25,000 - £28,000pa dependent on experienceReed are delighted to be working with a global company who are seeking a dedicated HR Administrator to play a pivotal role in the smooth operation of their Human Resources department. This position involves providing both routine and ad-hoc administrative support, ensuring HR processes run efficiently and assisting with recruitment and compliance with company policies. Day-to-day of the role: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS, ensuring confidentiality in accordance with UK legislation. Co-ordinate new starter documentation and induction plans, liaising with site security and collaborating with the Talent Acquisition Partner and Hiring Managers to ensure a seamless onboarding experience. Handle administrative duties related to employee changes, including promotions, terminations and...

We are working with an established business based in Hemel Hempstead who are recruiting a Payroll Officer. The company are looking for someone who will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of PAYE weekly and monthly payrolls. Knowledge of CIS payments would be beneficial, reporting to the payroll manager. The business will offer open plan working environment, onsite parking and a supportive manager. Reporting directly to the payroll manager, who encourages development and on the job training. Duties • Prepare and process weekly and monthly payroll • Process all aspects of the payroll, including HMRC starter checklists and P45s • Statutory Payments – SMP, SSP, SPP, ShPP, SAP • Chasing timesheets Person Spec • Experience with PAYE and CIS • Ability to calculate manual tax, NI and Pension • Attention to detail and accuracy • Confident to deal with pay queries and liaise with third parties • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. • Intermediate Excel – Pivot...

Interim HR Business Partner West London | £400 per day (Umbrella) A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR support across a key service area. Working with senior leaders, you will implement the HR strategy, lead a team of HR Advisors, and deliver people solutions across workforce planning, organisational change, restructures, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and resourcing. Requirements: Senior HR generalist experience within a customer-facing organisation. Proven experience leading transformational change and delivering business improvements. Strong stakeholder management and people leadership skills. Experience managing HR teams and supporting organisational change. Local Government experience is desirable

Assistant Payroll Manager, Oxfordshire £19p/h - £22 p/h Supports the Payroll Manager in delivering an accurate, compliant and efficient payroll service across UK payroll operations. Acts as deputy to the Payroll Manager, supervises payroll activities, supports payroll projects, and ensures timely and accurate payroll delivery. Mission To support the delivery of accurate, compliant and timely payroll services across multiple UK payrolls, ensuring employees are paid correctly, payroll legislation is adhered to, and continuous improvements are implemented. Main Activities Accurate and timely processing of monthly payrolls for approximately 500 employees and support for additional UK and EMEA payrolls as required. Process salary changes, overtime, bonuses, deductions, statutory payments, pensions and auto-enrolment activities. Validate payroll data, perform payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, journals and balancing control accounts. Support compliance with UK payroll...

Your new role You will be joining a busy and supportive HR team within the retail arm of a wider organisation, during a period of increased workload and ongoing transformation. Due to a number of long-term absences within the team, there is currently a backlog of operational HR activity. Reporting into an HR Business Partner and working closely with wider HR colleagues, you will play a key role in providing effective HR support across a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities Managing a central HR mailbox, triaging incoming queries and either resolving, delegating or escalating as appropriate Providing support on low-level ER cases. Providing guidance to managers on a range of HR matters Confidently handling more complex or sensitive conversations and appropriately challenging stakeholders where required Identifying which cases require escalation Supporting the wider HR function to ensure operational continuity What you'll need to succeed Confidence in...

Payroll Administrator Up to 3-Month Fixed-Term Contract Stratford-upon-Avon | Hybrid Working (Minimum 3 Days in the Office) 35 Hours per Week We're looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our friendly and supportive team on a fixed-term contract of up to three months. This role offers the chance to gain valuable experience in a busy payroll function while working alongside Payroll, HR, Finance and IT teams. Whether you're already confident in payroll processes or have transferable administration experience and are eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As part of the payroll team, you'll help ensure colleagues are paid accurately and on time by supporting a range of payroll and administrative activities, including: Assisting with the weekly and monthly payroll processes. Processing payroll documentation and updating employee records. Setting up new starters on the payroll system. Processing payroll payments, allowances and other...

Join Leicestershire Police as an HR Advisor! Are you ready to make a difference in public services? Our client Leicestershire Police are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic HR Advisor to join their Human Resources department at Force Headquarters in Enderby, Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are passionate about supporting organisational objectives and providing top-notch HR services. Position Details: Contract Type: Temporary (6 months) Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours per week) Hourly Rate: £18.54 Location: Enderby, Leicestershire About the Role: As an HR Advisor, you will play a vital role in assisting HR Business Partners in delivering a high-quality HR service. Your responsibilities will include: Providing operational HR assistance and advice to various departments and their teams. Handling HR casework in accordance with Attendance and Performance Management Procedures. Upholding force values and ensuring consistent application of HR...

We are currently partnering with a fantastic organisation who are looking for a Human Resources Officer to join their busy HR team on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (with potential to extend) This is an immediate opportunity and requires someone who has previous experience within an HR generalist position. You will be working across the full employee lifecycle within the education sector (previous education sector experience preferrable) Key responsibilities include: * Managing recruitment, onboarding and employee records * Advising managers on employee relations, performance and attendance matters * Supporting payroll administration and HR systems * Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and safeguarding requirements * Coordinating training, probation and appraisal processes * Reviewing and developing HR policies and procedures About you: * CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) * At least 3 years' experience in a generalist HR role *...

Financial Controller (HR Team) Contract: Ongoing Temporary position Location: High Street Kensington (Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office) Working Pattern: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday Client Industry: Luxury retail As an Financial Controller you will collaborate closely with the dynamic HR team and Financial Controlling team. Your role will focus on analysing and interpreting data to enhance workforce knowledge and performance. You'll be responsible for managing the HR budget and tracking HR-related expenditures. Main Responsibilities - Maintain the HR database, ensuring accurate cost centres and analytical data. - Conduct ad-hoc reporting as needed, including Annual reports and national statistics. - Assist the Payroll Manager and Accounting teams with payroll exports. - Take charge of the HR budget for specific brands and track it monthly. - Collaborate with the Compensation & Benefits Manager, HR management, and Recruitment to coordinate compensation and...

Recruitment Consultant (German Speaking) UK & EMEA Sales Location: Remote / Hybrid (UK) Language: Fluent German & English Employment Type: 6 month contract We're looking for an ambitious, German-speaking Recruitment Consultant to join a global manufacturing organisation, supporting the recruitment of Sales professionals across the UK and EMEA. Working as part of a high-performing Talent Acquisition team, you'll play a key role in attracting and hiring exceptional commercial talent that will help drive business growth across multiple international markets. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a truly global environment where you'll partner with hiring managers across Europe, influence hiring decisions, and deliver a first-class recruitment experience. What You'll Be Doing Recruit Sales professionals across the UK and EMEA markets. Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Manage multiple vacancies...

Job Advertisement: Senior HR Adviser Pay: £348.25 per day via umbrella Duration: 6 months Location: Canary Wharf, Greater London Working Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) Hybrid: Two days per week in the officeAre you a dynamic HR professional looking to make a significant impact in a vibrant organisation? Our client is seeking a Senior HR Adviser to join their dedicated team during an exciting period of change and growth. If you thrive in a generalist role and are passionate about improving HR practises, this could be the opportunity for you! About the Role: As a Senior HR Adviser, you will play a pivotal role in supporting various HR activities across teams. Your responsibilities will vary daily, ensuring you stay engaged and challenged. Key Responsibilities: Provide sound and professional HR advice with a consultative approach. Assist the Reward team with job evaluations and benefits renewals. Support the resourcing team with high-volume interviews. Collaborate with the...

Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to partner with a rapidly growing, forward-thinking organisation to recruit an HR Operations & Process Improvement Specialist. This is a hands-on operational role dedicated to modernising HR service delivery. Our client is looking for a specialist to re-engineer HR workflows, enhance the employee experience, and maximise their advanced HRIS capabilities. Working closely with HR leadership, Shared Services, and IT, you will serve as the champion for operational excellence. Please note: This is not a rigid HRIS configuration or IT job. We need an HR professional at heart who is energised by data, process mapping, and leveraging digital tools to eliminate friction and manual tasks. Key Responsibilities Process Engineering & Efficiency Map, review, and challenge existing HR workflows to eliminate manual interventions. Target and overhaul high-volume internal enquiry and ticketing queues. Analyse contact volumes to diagnose root causes...

Payroll Administrator - London Key Responsibilities: Processing payroll administration activities accurately and efficiently Responding to employee payroll queries and resolving issues in a timely manner Supporting payroll processing and reconciliation activities Assisting the wider payroll team with ad hoc administrative tasks Maintaining accurate employee payroll records Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure payroll data is up to date Be part of a team of 6 1300 employees on UK payrollRequirements: Previous payroll administration experience Strong understanding of payroll processes and employee payroll queries Experience within retail or hospitality environments is highly desirable Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors would be desirable Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and support a busy team environment Immediately available or available at short notice 51812SB INDTEMP The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our...

HRIS Test Lead (12-month FTC) Seeking an experienced IT Test Lead to ensure successful implementation of a new HRIS across global offices. The role focuses on test strategy, execution, and quality assurance, collaborating with HR, IT, vendors, and stakeholders to validate functionality, data accuracy, and user experience. Key Responsibilities: Test Strategy & Planning: o Develop and own test strategy and plans for all phases (unit, system, integration, UAT). o Define test cases and acceptance criteria aligned with project milestones. Execution & Coordination: o Lead and coordinate testing across HR, IT, and vendors. o Manage test environments, data preparation, defect tracking. o Facilitate UAT and provide progress reporting. Quality Assurance: o Validate system functionality, integrations, and compliance. o Monitor and report risks and issues. Stakeholder Engagement: o Collaborate with HR process owners and vendors. o Provide training and support during UAT. o Act as...

Data Quality Analyst Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Skills & Job Architecture Analyst to join a major transformation programme within a global organisation. This role sits at the heart of a skills-based organisational redesign, leveraging AI-driven insights and workforce data to redefine how roles, skills and career pathways are structured. You will play a key part in transforming complex data into meaningful job architectures that support future workforce planning, internal mobility and talent development. Key Responsibilities - Data Analysis & Insight Analyse large volumes of workforce skills data to identify trends, gaps and anomalies Validate and quality-assure data outputs, ensuring accuracy and relevance Produce clear reporting and insights for senior stakeholders - Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with HR and business leaders to validate skills and frameworks Facilitate workshops and feedback sessions to ensure alignment with business...

The Recruitment Coordinator will support the Human Resources department in the Public Sector by managing end-to-end recruitment processes and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. This temporary role in London requires attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Client Details This organisation operates within the Public Sector and is based in London. They are known for their significant impact and their commitment to delivering essential services through their Human Resources department. Description Coordinate and manage the end-to-end recruitment process. Screen CVs and conduct initial candidate assessments. Organise and schedule interviews with hiring managers. Provide support in drafting and posting job adverts for various roles. Maintain and update recruitment databases and applicant tracking systems. Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and procedures. Assist in preparing reports and recruitment metrics for the Human Resources team. Communicate...

I am urgently seeking an Interim Deputy Head of HR Operations and systems for a charity based in the City area of London for an initial period of 3 to 6 months at a salary in the range of £50,500 to £60,000 per year. The role can be carried out on a hybrid working basis with at least 1 day per week in the office and the remainder working from home. This role leads the HR Operations & Systems function (c6 people), ensuring delivery of efficient, high-quality HR services across the organisation. It is responsible for team leadership, delivery of monthly and annual HR operational processes and ongoing development of our HR system (iTrent) and HR processes. In doing so it will own the day to day HR relationship with Payroll. The role plays a key part in stabilising and improving HR operations and ensuring strong governance and accountability across HR Operations & Systems, enabling the wider HR team to operate effectively and support organisational change, contributing to...

Interim HR Consultant – East London / Hybrid – £37.84 per hour (Umbrella) A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim HR Consultant to deliver high-quality HR advice and support across a broad range of employee relations and organisational matters. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert advice, guidance, and practical HR solutions to managers and employees in line with policy and legislation Manage a portfolio of complex HR cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution Coach and support line managers to build strong people management capability Lead and coordinate a team within the HR Advice & Consultancy service Support organisational change programmes and transformation initiatives Develop and maintain HR toolkits, including policies, procedures, and guidance materials Ensure a consistent, responsive, and high-quality HR service aligned to organisational priorities Requirements: Strong knowledge of employee relations and UK employment legislation Proven...

Dedicate Recruitment is currently supporting a local authority with a number of schools in West London, to appoint a HR Consultant. This is a prime opportunity for an experienced HR professional to utilise their expertise within the education sector, specifically supporting schools through restructures. The successful candidate will work closely with school leadership teams to review staffing structures, identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, and ensure that organisational changes align with strategic objectives. The position requires a proactive approach, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to balance commercial and educational priorities effectively. We are seeking: * Experience in school restructures and reviewing staffing structures at a senior level. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively with school leadership teams. * Excellent understanding of HR policies, employment law, and organisation development within educational...

Job Title: HR Consultant – (phone number removed) Location: Coventry The Opportunity This employee focused role sits in the Contact Centre within HR Direct. The role is primarily to clarify and resolve employee enquiries relating to HR processes and policies, including (but not limited to) recruitment, performance, reward or employee relations matters. The role manages queries received via email / portal and escalations from the HR Virtual Assistant, and will also make outbound calls where necessary to discuss queries with employees. The role is also responsible for the pulling of the absence report and management of the Un associated inbox as a daily tasks. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities * First point of contact for UK based employees, answering queries via outbound calling and email / portal / virtual chat on HR policy and procedures * Understand the employees query, identify the correct policy to suit their circumstances, help them understand the policy and...