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.