HR Shared Services Team Leader – Part Time Fixed Term Contract

The Compleat Food Group Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job description

HR Shared Services Team Leader – Part Time Fixed Term Contract

Location: Nottingham

HR Shared Services Team Leader – Part Time Fixed-Term Contract

We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as an HR Shared Services Team Leader, covering maternity leave on a part-time basis!

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Location: Nottingham or Redhill based

Hours: Part time, 25 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Exact timings flexible.

Contract: 12 month FTC

Purpose:To oversee day to day operations of Shared Services and support the HR Shared Services Manager through driving improvements and optimising service quality.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Be the first point of contact for the Shared Services team queries, escalating complex queries as appropriate
• Prepare and submit monthly and annual reports and payroll files.
• Support the HRSS Manager on continuous improvement processes
• Oversee the delivery of HR Shared Services Workpro cases.
• Ensure processes are followed consistently by the HR Shared Services team.
• Create and distribute all paperwork throughout the employee lifecycle
• Support the Shared Services Manager with the implementation and training of new processes and systems
• Liaise with Line Managers on hire progress for Work Level 3 employees, including equipment requests.
• Maintain and update all HR Information Services for Work Level 3 employees.
• Maintaining and updating employee e-files.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to arrange and coordinate inductions.
• Coordinate probation review reminders and where necessary escalating.
• Track employee processes and pass to payroll for processing (e.g. refer a friend, maternity)
• Maintaining and updating organisational charts.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• Proven experience in a HR Shared Services environment.
• Previous experience in a supervisory/team leader role (desirable)
• Experience of handling sensitive and confidential information within legislative requirements.
• Experience of working in a fast paced, rapidly changing, commercial and challenging environment
• Fully proficient at Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively.
• Ability to manage, organise and co-ordinate a high volume of work, prioritise critical activities within tight timescales whilst maintaining high quality and excellent attention to detail and accuracy of working.
• A commitment to upholding data privacy and HR compliance standards.

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites
• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

By submitting your CV and personal information, you consent to The Compleat Food Group processing your personal data for the purposes of assessing your application for employment. Your data will be processed in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

We will use your personal data solely for recruitment and selection purposes, and it will be securely stored and accessible only to authorized HR and hiring personnel. If your application is unsuccessful, we will retain your details for up to 24 months unless you request earlier deletion.

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data
• Withdraw your consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled

For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy .