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Zenith People are looking to recruit an experienced HR Assistant to work at its client site in Durham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a national company at their offices in Durham working in their busy HR department. In this role, you will provide a supporting role to the Group HR Director, and HR Officer, the role of HR Assistant will provide administrative and HR assistance across the business. Duties and Responsibilities: Administer and assist with the co-ordination of various HR processes and admin tasks such as recruitment, new starters, leavers, DBS checks, induction, probationary review periods, annual assessments, e-Learning training, and any other processes or tasks which need to be maintained in a timely fashion Maintain employee records (attendance, work eligibility etc.) according to policy and legal requirements Note / minute taking at HR related meetings Support management with disciplinary and grievance issues Provide advice to managers on first level HR issues directly (with support from the HR Officer and Group HR Director where required) Provide advice to colleagues / managers on policies and procedures Prepare job descriptions and job adverts Manage the onboarding process Skills & Abilities CIPD Level 3 Experience of working in a busy HR Department A developing understanding of employment law and disciplinary procedures Knowledge of HR functions (pay & benefits, recruitment, training & development etc.) Attention to detail Proficient in MS Office Outstanding organisational and time-management abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude Strong ethics and reliability
We are thrilled to be exclusively partnering with Tekmar Group, who are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented People and Payroll Coordinator to join their vibrant People team. This role, based out of Newton Aycliffe, offers an exciting opportunity to be responsible for full-cycle monthly payroll processing for all Group entities, including coordination with international payroll providers. Additionally, the role involves handling HR administration tasks covering various aspects of the employment life cycle, providing exposure and integration into HR processes and cycles. Tekmar are an organisation dedicated to providing cutting-edge technology and services to the global offshore energy markets. At Tekmar Group, the People team work closely with the business , to drive innovation and excellence. Headquartered in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, Tekmar Group operates across multiple offshore energy sectors, with a presence across Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and North America. Key role responsibilities: Payroll Processing: Coordinate, input and process monthly payroll for both all UK entities Collate and provide monthly payroll information to international payroll providers. Ensure accurate and timely calculation of salaries, bonuses, sickness pay, benefits, and other compensation elements. Serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll queries. Collaborate with finance to reconcile payroll-related accounts and resolve discrepancies. Complete all payroll-related monthly reports and assist in the year-end process. People Administration: Handle first-line people administration queries. Manage the end-to-end employee life cycle process, including recruitment administration, onboarding, offboarding, and changes in employment status. Collate monthly HR information for UK and international entities to process in the payroll system. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide HR information and support. Assist in implementing and enforcing HR policies and procedures. Own and maintain HRIS and other relevant systems to ensure data accuracy. Regularly audit and update employee information to comply with policies and procedures. Experience required: Demonstrable experience in HR administration and payroll processing. Ideally gained in a matrix structure and/or global organization. Confidence and proficiency in handling payroll queries and providing solutions. Proficiency in using HRIS and payroll systems, with specific experience in Sage 50 payroll. Strong understanding of payroll regulations and best practices. Benefits: Hybrid working model Up to 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays) starting at 25 days increasing with long service Birthday day off Employer pension scheme - employer contributions 6% rising to 8% by 2026 Long service awards Save As You Earn Scheme (SAYE) Wellness support including VirtualGP, Employee Assistance Program, HealthShield Cashback scheme Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme Technology and cycle schemes Enhanced Family Friendly Policies....And more Tekmar Group value innovation, collaboration, and dedication. Join them in their mission to meet global energy demand through sustainable solutions while enjoying a supportive work environment and rewarding benefits package. How to Apply If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover note outlining your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you!