Winsearch
City, Manchester
May 21, 2026
Full time
French Speaking HR and Payroll Coordinator Manchester Monday to Friday - On-Site Between £35,000 to £36,000 My client, who is a leading global manufacturing business, is looking for an HR and Payroll Coordinator to join their team. The Role: This role will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of UK payroll operations while also providing occasional support to the French payroll function during periods of annual leave of absence. The successful candidate will work closely with HR leadership and operational teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: Payroll Administration Support and coordinate monthly UK payroll activities ensuring accuracy and timely processing Maintain payroll records including starters, leavers, salary changes, pensions, overtime, absences, and benefits Work closely with payroll providers and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll queries Assist with payroll reporting and payroll-related audits Provide support to the French payroll operation when required, including holiday cover assistance Ensure payroll processes remain compliant with relevant legislation and company policies Support payroll process improvements and efficiencies HR Administration & Coordination Prepare contracts, offer letters, onboarding documentation, and employee correspondence Maintain accurate HR records and employee files in line with GDPR requirements Support onboarding and induction activities for new employees Assist with absence management administration and HR reporting Support recruitment coordination activities where required Act as a first point of contact for employee HR and payroll queries Assist HR leadership with administrative and operational HR projects Process Improvement Review existing HR and payroll processes and identify areas for improvement Help implement new procedures and more efficient ways of working Support standardisation and documentation of HR/payroll processes across sites Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the HR function Candidate Specification Essential Experience & Skills Previous experience in a HR & Payroll Coordinator, HR Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, or similar role Strong UK payroll experience with a good understanding of payroll processes and legislation Experience using ADP payroll systems Fluent or professional working proficiency in French Previous experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong organisational and administrative skills with high attention to detail Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion Strong communication and interpersonal skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and Excel Desirable Experience supporting multi-country payroll activities Experience implementing or improving HR/payroll processes Exposure to HR systems and time & attendance platforms Personal Attributes Proactive and solution-oriented Reliable and highly organised Able to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Team player with a collaborative approach Calm under pressure with a flexible attitude Continuous improvement mindset Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services. View our latest jobs today on our website(url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn. Manh INDWIN Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
