Company Description

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is an integrated pharmaceutical company, committed to accelerating access to affordable and innovative medicines. Through its three businesses - Pharmaceutical Services & Active Ingredients, Global Generics and Proprietary Products, Dr. Reddy’s offers a portfolio of products and services including APIs, custom pharmaceutical services, generics, biosimilars and differentiated formulations. Our major therapeutic areas of focus are gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, diabetology, oncology, pain management and dermatology. Dr. Reddy’s operates in markets across the globe. Our major markets include – USA, India, Russia & CIS countries and Europe.

To know more about Dr. Reddy’s please visit us at www.drreddys.com

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking HR Operations Partner to join our small, supportive, and dedicated HR team on a fixed-term contract until December 2027. Reporting to the HR Manager, this varied role combines payroll administration with hands-on HR support across the full employee lifecycle for approximately 90 employees.

As a trusted first point of contact for employees and managers, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll and HR processes are delivered accurately and efficiently. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships, contribute to a positive employee experience, and support a wide range of people-related activities.

We're looking for an organised and approachable professional who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering high-quality payroll and HR support. You'll be comfortable managing a varied workload, balancing multiple priorities, and working both independently and collaboratively. With strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, you'll be confident building positive relationships, handling sensitive information with discretion, and providing a professional service to employees and managers alike.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

Support the end-to-end monthly payroll process for approximately 90 employees.
Prepare and submit payroll inputs, including information relating to new starters, leavers, sickness absence, unpaid leave, parental leave, pensions, private medical insurance and other employee benefits.
Review and validate payroll reports to ensure accuracy.
Upload pension contribution data and administer pension auto-enrolment processes.
Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data.
Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements and payroll legislation.
Respond to employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
Support annual salary review and employee benefit renewal processes.
Keep up to date with payroll and pensions legislation and best practice.
Work to strict payroll deadlines and monthly schedules.

Human Resources

Support recruitment activities, including preparing job adverts and coordinating interviews.
Act as the first point of contact for employee benefit and pension queries.
Prepare employment-related documentation, including contractual change letters.
Maintain and audit employee personnel files and HR records.
Manage and maintain employee data within HR systems.
Monitor sickness absence records and maintain fit note documentation.
Administer the time and attendance system.
Support international employees relocating from our parent company in India, including visa support letters, accommodation arrangements, transport coordination and National Insurance applications.
Support the management of employee relations matters, including absence management, disciplinary processes and performance improvement plans.
Coordinate employee engagement and social events.
Provide guidance and training to managers on HR processes and compliance requirements.
Support the business in maintaining compliance with UK employment legislation.

Qualifications

Essential

Previous payroll processing experience.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
Professional and approachable communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Competent user of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.

Desirable

Previous HR administration experience (training and support can be provided).
Payroll or HR-related qualification.
CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD accreditation.
Experience managing pension auto-enrolment and employee benefit schemes.

Additional Information

Reward and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, together with an attractive benefits package including:

Annual bonus scheme
Defined Contribution pension scheme with AVC options
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Income protection
Gym membership reimbursement scheme
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Company sick pay
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Job Family: Human ResourcesSub Job Family: Human Resources OperationsPreferred type of working: On-PremiseBusiness unit: GMO Compensation: GBP 32000 - GBP 35000 - yearly

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