HR Generalist

Anderson Knight is delighted to be working in partnership with a leading organisation within the energy services sector, who are currently seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Advisor to join their team on a Fixed Term Contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a respected, people-focused business that values integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement.

The Role

As HR & Payroll Advisor, you will play an integral part in providing first-line HR advisory support to managers and employees across the business, with a particular focus on employee relations and the effective application of HR policies and procedures.

You will also provide support to the Payroll & Benefits function, ensuring smooth and accurate payroll delivery while maintaining compliance with employment legislation and company standards.

Working as part of a supportive HR team, you will contribute to a positive employee experience and help drive HR excellence across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice, guidance and support to managers and employees on a range of employee relations matters.
• Manage routine ER casework including performance, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of HR policies and employment law.
• Support the HR Business Partner and wider HR team with day-to-day people queries.
• Provide holiday and absence cover for payroll delivery in partnership with external providers.
• Assist with payroll accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Deal with payroll-related enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Produce and maintain key HR metrics and reports – including headcount, turnover, absence and recruitment data.
• Maintain accurate HR and payroll records in line with GDPR.
• Support internal and external reporting requirements.
• Assist with end-to-end recruitment processes including job descriptions, interviews and contract preparation.
• Support onboarding activities to ensure a seamless experience for new starters.
• Contribute to HR projects, system improvements and wellbeing initiatives.
• Support benefits administration including schemes such as Cycle to Work.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and confident HR professional who has:

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, with exposure to employee relations and HR advisory work.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Payroll experience or confidence supporting payroll processes.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capability to build relationships at all levels.
• Experience working with HR and payroll systems.

What’s on Offer

• A collaborative and supportive HR team environment.
• The opportunity to broaden your HR, ER and payroll knowledge in a hands-on, varied role.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible start/finish hours (8am–4pm or 9am–5pm).