We are seeking a dedicated HR & Payroll Administrator to join our team, providing essential administrative support to the Head of HR and Payroll and a team of five. This role involves managing HR and payroll services for approximately 1,300 employees across the UK in a dynamic, high-volume environment. The position offers a great opportunity for growth, focusing initially on HR with increasing payroll responsibilities.

Day-to-day of the role:

• HR Administration:
  • Manage the employee lifecycle including onboarding, probation, contractual changes, and offboarding.
  • Maintain compliance with documentation such as right-to-work, references, and training records, ensuring GDPR compliance.
  • Accurately maintain HR files and HRIS data, and prepare standard HR letters and reports.
• Payroll Administration:
  • Assist with payroll inputs, validate worksheets/timesheets, process leavers, and produce P45s.
  • Support statutory calculations like Tax, NI, SSP, and SMP, and related payroll activities.
  • Ensure accurate filing of reports and timesheets, supporting monthly and weekly cut-offs.
• General Administration:
  • Handle correspondence, manage incoming and outgoing mail, answer calls, and manage messages.
  • Support the department with document control, trackers, and ad-hoc tasks.
• Team Support & Service:
  • Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers, escalating issues as needed.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR and payroll processes and systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven HR administration experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment practices and HR compliance (right-to-work, GDPR/data privacy).
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Professional communication skills and a customer-focused approach.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with payroll inputs and statutory calculations (Tax, NI, SSP, SMP).
• Familiarity with weekly payroll cycles, RTI processes, and leaver documentation (P45).
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR/Payroll systems, with a keenness to leverage IT to improve processes.
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety requirements within HR administration.

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Online GP Service.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the role.

To apply for the HR & Payroll Administrator position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.