HR & Payroll Team Leader

Uniper SE

HR & Payroll Team Leader

£37800

Uniper SE, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 7531701f969542fb9127a59b5e48b7ad

Full Job Description

  • As the HR & Payroll team leader, you will be responsible for coordinating the day to day activities of the HR & Payroll team (consisting of 4 team members), providing a customer focused, efficient and effective administration service to the business.

  • You will ensure that all operational activities relating to the employee lifecycle are accurately completed within agreed timescales and quality standards, including onboarding and offboarding, payroll processing, employee master data management, and HR reporting.

  • You will monitor the response handling of the HR shared inbox to ensure customer service is met and uphold high standards, identifying areas where improvements are needed.

  • Act as the escalation contact for complex HR & Payroll queries, liaising with relevant internal and external stakeholders to resolve them in a timely and professional manner.

  • You will supervise, coach and develop the HR & Payroll team members, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and deliver a high quality service to our internal and external customers.

  • You will work closely with the Head of HR services and other HR colleagues to support the implementation of HR policies, procedures and projects, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the HR & Payroll function.


  • You will participate in projects as a representative of the HR & Payroll team, offering your expert knowledge and skills to make sure the potential impact for our customers and team are well considered.

  • You will maintain the integrity and quality of HR data by ensuring accurate entry of data into HR systems at all times. Adhere to audit and compliance activity as required and lead on quality checks, reporting on the results.

    You have a CIPD or CIPP qualification or equivalent (level 5), or you are working towards one.

  • You have experience in a HR & Payroll team leader role (or similar), with a proven track record of delivering excellent HR & Payroll services in a fast-paced environment.

  • You have a strong knowledge of HR & Payroll systems (ideally SAP SuccessFactors), processes and legislation, and you are able to apply them in a practical and compliant manner.

  • You have excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, and you are able to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

    Uniper are looking for an experienced HR & Payroll Team Leader to join their UK HR team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and growing HR team, with a strong a focus on delivering a high performing, innovative, and successful HR & Payroll operations team. This role will offer the chance to showcase your skills, while developing strong relationships with key stakeholders. This role reports to the Head of HR Services UK.


  • We are Uniper

    At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

    At Uniper, we reward our employees for their hard work and dedication to shaping the future energy transition with attractive salaries, an excellent company pension and health related benefits.
  • Enhanced company pension with up to 12% company contributions - members of the pension scheme also benefit from Life Insurance at 6x your annual salary

  • 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

  • Company funded Private Medical Insurance, with 24/7 365 access to GP booking services

  • Access to a range of flexible benefits such as our Share Incentive Plan, Dental Cover, Critical Illness, Cycle2Work, and the ability to buy and sell annual leave

  • Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion


  • You can also expect a supportive working culture that offers a wide range of creative and innovative ideas. We enable various flexible working arrangements, whilst also supporting with home office equipment.

    Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!