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AESC is a global leader in electric vehicle battery manufacturing and sustainable energy solutions. With major investment into its Sunderland Gigafactory operations, AESC is expanding to support the future of electric mobility, energy storage and green manufacturing in the UK. Role Overview The Head of HR will lead the Human Resources function for AESC Sunderland, supporting both existing operations and ongoing Gigafactory expansion. The role will drive people strategy, organisational development, workforce planning, employee engagement, industrial relations, and leadership capability across a fast-paced advanced manufacturing environment. This is a strategic and operational leadership role requiring strong experience within manufacturing, engineering, automotive, energy, or industrial sectors. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Leadership • Develop and implement the UK HR strategy aligned with AESC’s business growth plans., • Partner with senior leadership to support organisational transformation and operational excellence., • Lead workforce planning to support large-scale recruitment and future expansion projects., • Build a high-performance, inclusive, and safety-focused workplace culture. Employee Relations & Industrial Relations • Lead employee relations strategy within a manufacturing environment., • Manage negotiations, consultations, and relationships with employee representatives and trade unions., • Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and procedures., • Support conflict resolution and complex case management. Learning & Development • Drive leadership development, technical training, apprenticeship, and graduate programmes., • Build career progression frameworks and talent development pathways., • Promote continuous learning and skills development across the organisation. HR Operations & Compliance • Ensure compliance with UK employment law and HR best practice., • Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll collaboration, and HR systems., • Lead HR reporting, KPI tracking, and people analytics initiatives., • Ensure robust HR governance, policies, and audit readiness. Employee Engagement & Culture • Champion employee wellbeing, diversity, inclusion, and engagement initiatives., • Build a collaborative “one team” culture aligned with AESC values., • Lead communication and change management programmes during business growth. Skills & Experience Required • Significant senior HR leadership experience within manufacturing, automotive, engineering, logistics, or industrial sectors., • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices., • Experience managing HR in a fast-paced operational environment., • Proven experience in organisational change and business transformation., • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills., • Experience within a unionised environment., • Demonstrated leadership capability with experience leading HR teams., • Ideally worked in a Global/EMEA/APAC cross border environment

Fixed 1 Year Contract - Maternity Cover AESC UK is seeking to recruit an experienced HR Officer to join our HR team on a maternity cover basis. This role will play an important part in supporting the ongoing expansion of our battery manufacturing plant in Sunderland. As an HR Officer, you will provide comprehensive support across the organisation in a fully generalist HR role, working closely with managers and employees to deliver effective people solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and operation of a world‑class Gigafactory and to be part of a major industrial transformation within the electric vehicle sector, while providing cover for a key member of the HR team. Responsibilities: • Manage ER issues, including disciplinary and grievance handling, performance management and day to day advice on terms and conditions., • Deliver effective support to the HR Specialist and the wider business, ensuring operational excellence across all aspects of the HR function., • Support employee/trade union relations., • Assisting in talent management and the recruitment process., • Produce and analyse reports on general HR activity and KPI’s., • Absence management., • Maintain and update employee records., • Administration of employee benefits., • Payroll processing and handling job changes (promotions, salary changes, leavers etc.)., • Employee engagement., • HR project work. Experience and Qualifications: • Ideally degree qualified, with 3+ years’ experience in a similar role., • Previous experience of dealing with all aspects of Employee Relations., • Experience within the manufacturing/automotive working environment desirable., • Experience of working within a unionised environment desirable., • Proven communication and influencing skills are critical to the role., • Efficient HR administration and people management skills., • Comprehensive PC skills.

We’re currently partnering with a growing organisation in the environmental and sustainability sector to recruit a HR / People Coordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven business making a real impact, while developing your career in a hands-on HR role.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAs HR / People Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding through to offboarding. Acting as a central point of contact between internal teams and external providers, you’ll ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant people processes across the business.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nRecruitment & Onboarding\n\n * Coordinate end-to-end onboarding for new starters\n\n * Prepare and issue offer letters, contracts, and pre-employment checks\n\n * Liaise with hiring managers to support recruitment activity\n\n * Ensure new starters are set up across HR, IT, and payroll systems\n\nHR Coordination & Compliance\n\n * Act as the main liaison with the external HR provider\n\n * Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems\n\n * Support policy updates, documentation, and compliance requirements\n\n * Respond to employee queries and provide HR administrative support\n\nEmployee Lifecycle Management\n\n * Support all stages of the employee lifecycle\n\n * Maintain employee records, contracts, and documentation\n\n * Assist with performance reviews and HR initiatives\n\nAgency & Stakeholder Management\n\n * Support relationships with recruitment agencies\n\n * Act as a key link between internal teams and external partners\n\nAbout You\n\nExperience:\n\n * Previous experience in a HR or People Coordinator role\n\n * Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding\n\n * Strong administrative and organisational skills\n\n * Exposure to payroll processes and HR systems\n\nQualifications:\n\n * CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) – desirable\n\n * GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths\n\nWhy Apply?\n\nThis is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation in the sustainability space, where you’ll play a key role in supporting people processes and contributing to a growing, purpose-led business

If you're in practice and thinking "there's got to be more than this"… then keep reading.\n\nOr if you're already in industry, doing the statutory work but not really progressing, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.\n\nWhy this role?\n\nThis isn't a back-office, keep-your-head-down finance role.\n\nThis is a newly created position where the Finance Director wants someone to come in, take ownership and make it their own.\n\nThey're not looking for someone to just maintain what's there. They want someone who will:\n\nChallenge how things are done\nImprove processes\nBring in automation and AI\nHelp build a more efficient, forward-thinking finance functionYou'll be working in a collaborative, open-plan office, alongside operations, HR and the wider business, not hidden away in finance.\n\nWith strong growth plans ahead, this is a chance to get your feet under the table now and grow with the business.\n\nWhat you'll be doing\n\nLeading on statutory accounts and audit\nOwning VAT, tax and compliance\nManaging and supporting a transactional finance team\nOverseeing payroll (with a dedicated Payroll Manager in place)\nReviewing and improving finance processes\nDriving automation and efficiency across finance\nSupporting CIS processes (experience here would be beneficial but not essential)\n\n What they're looking for\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or QBE with strong relevant experience\nStrong audit and statutory experience\nSomeone ready for a step up, not just a sideways move\nConfident, proactive and comfortable working across teams\nSomeone who wants to make things better, not just maintain\n\n What's in it for you?\n\nA genuine step up in your career\nThe chance to shape a role around you\nPotential to progress into a Financial Controller role\nReal progression as the business grows\nExposure to AI, systems and process improvement\nA friendly, collaborative environment where you're part of the wider team

If you're in practice and thinking "there's got to be more than this"… then keep reading.\n\nOr if you're already in industry, doing the statutory work but not really progressing, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.\n\nWhy this role?\n\nThis isn't a back-office, keep-your-head-down finance role.\n\nThis is a newly created position where the Finance Director wants someone to come in, take ownership and make it their own.\n\nThey're not looking for someone to just maintain what's there. They want someone who will:\n\nChallenge how things are done\nImprove processes\nBring in automation and AI\nHelp build a more efficient, forward-thinking finance functionYou'll be working in a collaborative, open-plan office, alongside operations, HR and the wider business, not hidden away in finance.\n\nWith strong growth plans ahead, this is a chance to get your feet under the table now and grow with the business.\n\nWhat you'll be doing\n\nLeading on statutory accounts and audit\nOwning VAT, tax and compliance\nManaging and supporting a transactional finance team\nOverseeing payroll (with a dedicated Payroll Manager in place)\nReviewing and improving finance processes\nDriving automation and efficiency across finance\nSupporting CIS processes (experience here would be beneficial but not essential)\n\n What they're looking for\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or QBE with strong relevant experience\nStrong audit and statutory experience\nSomeone ready for a step up, not just a sideways move\nConfident, proactive and comfortable working across teams\nSomeone who wants to make things better, not just maintain\n\n What's in it for you?\n\nA genuine step up in your career\nThe chance to shape a role around you\nPotential to progress into a Financial Controller role\nReal progression as the business grows\nExposure to AI, systems and process improvement\nA friendly, collaborative environment where you're part of the wider team

Registered Manager — Sunderland & Newcastle Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience + performance bonus Looking for a homecare leadership role with real backing behind it? We're looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead our domiciliary homecare service across Sunderland and Newcastle. This is an established, well-regarded service with a strong team already in place — your job is to lead it forward and keep building on what's working. Routes Healthcare has been delivering high-quality homecare for 15 years. We know managing a domiciliary service is demanding, and we've built the support structure to make sure our managers don't have to do it alone. What you'll have behind you • Centralised HR, payroll, quality and marketing teams, • An in-house recruitment function with zero agency use — you'll always have the staff you need, • Ongoing training and development through Routes Academy, • Regular access to senior leadership — your voice matters here Leading day-to-day homecare operations across Sunderland and Newcastle, developing and coaching your team, managing budgets and service performance, and maintaining CQC compliance. You'll build strong relationships with commissioners, service users, families and the local community ...

If you're in practice and thinking "there's got to be more than this"… then keep reading. Or if you're already in industry, doing the statutory work but not really progressing, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for. Why this role? This isn't a back-office, keep-your-head-down finance role. This is a newly created position where the Finance Director wants someone to come in, take ownership and make it their own. They're not looking for someone to just maintain what's there. They want someone who will: • Challenge how things are done, • Improve processes, • Bring in automation and AI With strong growth plans ahead, this is a chance to get your feet under the table now and grow with the business.What you'll be doing • Leading on statutory accounts and audit, • Owning VAT, tax and compliance, • Managing and supporting a transactional finance team, • Overseeing payroll (with a dedicated Payroll Manager in place), • Reviewing and improving finance processes, • Driving automation and efficiency across finance, • Supporting CIS processes (experience here would be beneficial but not essential)W...

Join our client as an HR & Accounts Administrator! Are you an experienced Administrator with a flair for finance? Do you thrive in a supportive, family-run environment? Our client, a well-established manufacturing and production company based in Washington, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR & Accounts Administrator to become an integral part of their team! This is a permanent position where you will play a key role in day-to-day accounts and support HR functions after your probation period. Full training will be provided, so if you're eager to learn and grow, this is the perfect opportunity for you! What's on Offer: Salary: £32,000 (depending on experience) + company performance bonus Contract Type: Permanent Company Pension: 5% employee / 3% employer Holiday Allowance: 23 days + bank holidays (increasing by 1 day each year after 5 years) Private Healthcare: After 2 years of service Company Events: Fun summer & Christmas gatherings Free Lunch Thursdays: Enjoy delicious meals (often Nandos!) Free On-Site Parking Additional Leave: Includes bereavement leave and enhanced maternity/paternity leaveWorking Hours: Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 17:00 (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break) Friday: 08:30 - 14:30 (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break) Key Responsibilities: Accounts: Manage purchase and sales ledgers Handle invoicing, credit control, and supplier payments Process expenses and bank reconciliations Assist with month-end procedures and VAT returnsGeneral Administration: Provide filing, scanning, and office support Monitor and manage the accounts email inbox Handle incoming calls and visitor inquiries Maintain workwear and equipment inventoryHR & Payroll Support (post-probation): Manage employee records and personnel files Assist with recruitment and onboarding Support payroll administration, including holiday approvals and sickness records Ensure compliance with HR policiesSkills & Experience Previous experience in administration, preferably in finance or HR Strong organisational and time management skills High attention to detail and confidentiality Confident communicator, capable of working across departments Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) is a plus (training provided!)To Note Full UK driving license or reliable commuting options to Washington (required due to limited public transport) Two references required Subject to a satisfactory DBS checkIf you're ready to make a difference in a friendly, well-established organisation, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Now! ✉️ Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

We're looking for four HR / Payroll Transition Planner / Analysts (G7 equivalent) to join us inside the HR Core team. You'll be analysing the current-state HR and payroll arrangements across two large organisations, planning the transition activities needed to bring them together, and owning discret

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a dynamic Senior HR operations & payroll Specialist. You will manage HR operations and payroll processes across Europe, ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in HR operations, payroll management, and comp

Deel is hiring an Account Executive for their SaaS Payroll & HR product to serve UK and global customers. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of sales experience focusing on the ENT segment within SaaS, demonstrating success in selling HR tech solutions.

You will own HR operations, focusing on payroll accuracy and HRIS management while leading digital improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has solid HR operations experience, strong Excel skills, and is familiar with HRIS platforms like Workday or Dayforce. Henkel is looking for an HR Processes

A global technology company based in the United Kingdom is seeking an HR Coordinator to manage recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration. This role involves supporting payroll data, handling employee queries, and ensuring smooth HR processes. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in HR

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts is looking for an HR & Payroll Administrator based in Hawick, with remote applicants considered. This temporary ongoing position requires demonstrated experience in HR administration and payroll processing. The successful candidate will manage employee records, support r

Apollo is seeking an HR and Payroll Administrator to join the HR & Business Support team. HR Administration Experience - Experience supporting HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle. HR Knowledge and Reporting - Understanding of benefits administration and HR reporting, with knowledge o

Administration of all HR processes in the employee lifecycle including changes to HR systems, seeing all actions through to execution. Participation in HR projects as necessary to drive forward HR-related initiatives to further the HR team to achieve its business objectives. HR experience of working

An esteemed independent school in Greater London is looking for an experienced HR & Payroll Officer to oversee HR operations. You will manage payroll process, act as the first point of contact for HR queries, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have previous payroll expe

Responsibilities include payroll operations setup, benefits platform implementation, and acting as a point of contact for HR queries. The ideal candidate has HR support experience, strong Excel skills, and is detail-oriented. In this role, you will collaborate with our Global P&C team to develop cor

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UK payroll and HR systems, alongside experience in managing change. A leading education group in Greater London seeks a People Services Project Manager to lead crucial HR projects and streamline payroll operations. Responsibilities include overseeing

A recruitment agency is seeking an HR Administrator in Bury St Edmunds to support a busy HR function. The role involves a range of administrative duties including recruitment support, onboarding tasks, and payroll updates. Ideal candidates will have previous HR administration experience, strong IT s

You’ll bring strong end-to-end payroll expertise, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be confident navigating change while helping to build scalable payroll processes for a growing business. Maintain and update employee records across HR and payroll systems. Act as a first point of contact for

Candidates should have experience in HR environments and be proficient with HRIS and Microsoft Office. The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) is seeking a P&C Assistant to provide essential HR administration, managing employee lifecycle processes from onboarding to offboarding, maintaining

The role involves managing the full employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with UK HR policies and managing payroll. Tropic Biosciences UK Ltd is seeking an HR Operations Manager in Norwich, UK. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a similar position, proficiency in Microsoft Off

In this pivotal role, you will ensure the smooth running of office and compliance functions, assist with HR processes, manage payroll through XERO, and oversee document control and filing systems.

A dynamic FMCG recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Payroll & HR Administrator for a hands-on role in Camberley. You will oversee payroll processing across multiple UK sites and support HR administration tasks. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in payroll management, knowledge o

Lead the HR & Payroll workstream within the ERP programme. Proven ERP implementation experience (SAP, Oracle, or similar) in HR & Payroll. Strong knowledge of HR & Payroll processes and statutory requirements.

Swift Software is seeking an International HR & Payroll Specialist to enhance employee experiences across 12 countries, managing HR services for the London office and supporting EMEA locations. The role requires a minimum of 3 years in payroll and compliance, strong knowledge of UK laws, and proacti

To assist the Payroll & HR Admin Manager with processing the monthly payroll through APS. Providing a positive contact point, dealing effectively with payroll and HR admin queries a nd actively monitoring the HR/Payroll and L&D mailboxes and responding to queries efficiently. To contribute to the on

Morgan Mckinley (Crawley) is looking for a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Specialist to handle payroll processes and support HR functions in Brighton. Candidates must have a CIPP qualification, with experience in HRIS and payroll processes being advantageous. This full-time role involves managing the

You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, guiding on HR policies and employee relations while leading a small HR team. Normec i2 Analytical is searching for a skilled HR Manager to join their team in the UK. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in a generalist HR role, kno

A leading legal strategies firm is seeking a Payroll & HRIS Manager who will manage the multi-state payroll function for 400+ employees, ensuring compliance and timely execution. Responsibilities include processing payroll for multiple states, managing HRIS data, and collaborating with HR and Financ

The position offers a salary range of $2,200 to $2,400 monthly and provides opportunities in data entry, payroll, and customer service.

The role emphasizes payroll processing and purchase ledger tasks. Ideal candidates will possess strong payroll skills and some accounts experience.

A global apparel brand is seeking an HR Director to oversee HR operations, payroll coordination, and employee relations. Candidates must have 7-10 years of HR generalist experience, strong retail background, and knowledge of best HR practices.

Lead the Payroll and Pensions team, delivering payroll, pensions and HR data/systems activity across a complex organisation with multiple sets of terms and conditions. Analyse and report workforce data, and design and implement new HR/Payroll systems to enhance service delivery. Substantial experien

A leading tech company seeks a Payroll Intern in London to assist with payroll data collection and vendor invoicing across EMEA. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in payroll operations within a global organization, allowing interns to develop practical skills in a fast-paced enviro

The role involves supporting HR and administrative functions, ensuring compliance with HR policies, and managing payroll processes. Ideal candidates will have previous HR experience in a retail context, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. HR Administrator for their Cabot Circu

A government agency in the UK is seeking an HR Operations Manager to oversee payroll reconciliation and support the implementation of HR systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR management, strong IT skills, and be proactive in a dynamic environment.

You will manage HR processes, payroll, and support recruitment in a small HR team for a thriving business. CACEIS is looking for a Payroll & HR Data Analyst intern in London. The internship provides the opportunity to gain hands-on HR experience in a dynamic environment, supporting approximately 80

Crédit Agricole Group is seeking a Payroll & HR Data Analyst Intern to support HR operations for its London entities. The successful candidate will administer HR processes, manage payroll and benefits, and assist with recruitment and onboarding tasks. Responsibilities also include compliance with r

This experience will provide a strong foundation for a future career in payroll or HR, equipping you with practical knowledge and exposure to global payroll practices in a fast‑paced, multinational setting. As a Payroll Intern, you will receive access, guidance, and support to actively contribute

Responsibilities include delivering HR administration across the employee lifecycle and supporting HR processes in line with good practice. The role requires strong administration experience and familiarity with HR and payroll systems. A recruitment agency is seeking a Locum HR Officer for a full-ti

A dynamic online pharmacy in Greater London is seeking an organised HR Assistant to support their HR department. The role involves assisting with employee administration, recruitment, onboarding, and various HR activities in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a degree in HR or relat

The YEHUDI MENUHIN SCHOOL is seeking a part-time HR and Payroll Manager to oversee payroll services and ensure compliance with UK employment law. This role involves managing end-to-end payroll, administering pensions and benefits, and maintaining HR records. Candidates should have at least 3 years o

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an HR Generalist to manage employee lifecycle processes, conduct talent acquisition, and ensure payroll compliance. Responsibilities include onboarding, payroll processing, and developing training programs. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-orie

A varied role with both payroll ownership and HR exposure. This is a hands‑on, varied position combining end‑to‑end payroll processing with HR administration support. Talent Guardian are working with a growing, multi-site FMCG business to recruit a Payroll & HR Administrator based in Camberley

DE CHENG XIN XING TRADING PTE LTD is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processing and HR operations in Greater London. The successful candidate will ensure accurate and timely payroll, maintain records, and support employees with payroll enquiries. Responsibilities include compliance with

Generate new business opportunities through outbound prospecting across phone, email, and LinkedIn. Known for our award-winning software that delivers payroll solutions to over 1000 clients. You’ll be responsible for creating high-quality sales opportunities through a mix of inbound lead qualifica