About the Company

ABP Food Group is the UK’s and Irelands largest beef processor, and we also operate substantial renewable, pet food, and protein divisions. We employ over 11,000 people at over 35 processing facilities around the world.

ABP Food Group is currently recruiting for the role of Payroll/ HR Administrator to join our busy administration team. The successful candidate will be based in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick.

Job Description

To provide ongoing support to the Payroll and the HR manager including holiday cover as required for both departments.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Knowledge of time and attendance record maintenance required
• Knowledge of piece rate calculations beneficial
• Experience of processing a weekly payment cycle with advanced detail checking required, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Weekly maintenance of employee annual leave records
• Good knowledge of statutory requirements required, ensuring that all payroll reports and records are maintained and filed on a weekly basis, including submissions to Revenue
• Ability to identify payroll issues, and resolve with IT or production as required
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to prioritise and react to requests from various parties at short notice, and answer all queries from employees regarding their wages in a timely manner
• General HR administration: creating contracts, reference letters etc.
• Management of the on boarding process, collation of references, qualifications and new hire forms for new starters
• Completing the HR induction programme for new starters
• HR file management and maintenance
• Completing exit interviews for leavers
• Coordinating with the IT and Health and Safety team in relation to new starters and leavers
• Working on HR projects and initiatives as required

Skills and Qualifications:

• IPASS qualification desirable, 1+ years previous HR administration experience
• Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with an enthusiastic and proactive approach
• Ability to provide a consistently, high-quality service to employees.
• A continuous improvement mind-set
• High focus on accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask
• Excellent team player, who is comfortable working independently

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a challenging career with one of the largest indigenous agri-businesses in Ireland.