Are you a hands-on HR professional who enjoys a varied, people-focused role? Our client, a successful company based near Newbury, is looking for an Interim HR & Payroll Generalist to provide essential support across their regional sites on a hybrid basis.
This is a supportive, operational position designed for someone who thrives on being the first point of contact for managers and employees alike.
Key Responsibilities:
Advisory Support: Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries from managers and staff.
Employee Relations: Assist managers with probation periods, absence management, and performance discussions.
Documentation: Prepare HR records, including contracts, offer letters, and employee files, ensuring all data is accurate and compliant.
Payroll Administration: Support the payroll cycle by checking weekly rotas, confirming hours worked, and submitting data to the payroll provider.
Compliance: Ensure HR policies are applied consistently and remain aligned with UK employment legislation.
What You’ll Need
Experience: Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within a fast-paced or multi-site environment.
Knowledge: A good working understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Payroll Awareness: While specific systems can be taught, exposure to payroll administration or rota systems is highly desirable.
Attributes: You should be highly organised, discreet, and possess a practical, solution-focused approach to people matters.
Qualification: CIPD Level 5 (or working towards it) is a plus.
What’s on Offer? In addition to a supportive working environment, you will have access to a range of enhanced benefits.
To Apply: If you are available for a May start and looking for a varied interim role in Newbury, please apply today for a confidential discussion.
Pineapple Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Preferred Recruitment Agency.
Location Berkshire, United Kingdom
Salary £38000 - £38000 Per Annum
Job Reference REF2774
Contract Type Temp or Contract
Posted on Posted on 30 March 2026
Category Human Resources