HR & Payroll Assistant

HR & Payroll Assistant

Are you an HR professional with a strong eye for detail and payroll accuracy?

We're seeking a proactive and organised HR & Payroll Assistant to join our client, a leading NI-based manufacturing company known for quality, innovation, and people-first values.

In this dual role, you'll be supporting the HR function, driving employee engagement, compliance, and process improvement, while also assisting accurate payroll administration for a diverse workforce. It's a great opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values both people and performance.

As HR & Payroll Assistant, you'll play a key role in the smooth running of HR operations, from recruitment and employee relations to data management and reporting. Alongside this, you'll ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, supporting a culture of trust, transparency, and operational excellence.

• Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees
• Maintain accurate employee data within the HRIS
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and contract documentation
• Support absence, disciplinary, and grievance processes
• Manage training records and the company training matrix
• Complete Fair Employment Monitoring and HR reporting
• Contribute to HR projects, engagement, and well-being initiatives
• Administer expenses, benefits, and time & attendance
• Prepare payroll reports and respond to related queries

• Experience in an HR assistant role with exposure to payroll processing
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential information with integrity
• Confident using HR and payroll systems
• CIPD Level 3 qualification, or relevant degree (or working towards)
• Good understanding of employment law and HR best practice
• IT proficient with strong Excel skills

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working
• Full-time, permanent position
• Opportunities for professional development and progression

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at  or t.duffys.

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