People & payroll officer
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- Wales,Cardiff
- Full Time, Permanent
- £33,000 - £40,000 per annum, inc benefits
Job Description:
Full job descriptionJob Title: People & Payroll Officer
Location: Cardiff
Hours: Full-time (flexible working options available)
Contract: (12 months temporary – Maternity Cover)
About the Role
An established public sector organisation is seeking an experienced People & Payroll Officer to join their HR team on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave.
This role will provide essential transactional HR and payroll support, ensuring employee records and payroll activities are accurate, compliant, and delivered in a timely manner. You will play a key role in supporting employees across the organisation while contributing to continuous improvement within HR services.
Key Responsibilities
*Deliver day-to-day HR and payroll administration support
*Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within HR systems
*Support payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments
*Assist with routine reporting and data requests
*Support HR systems maintenance and updates
*Contribute to security checks and vetting processes
*Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
*Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation
*Identify opportunities for service improvement within HR processes
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
*Previous experience in HR administration and/or payroll support
*Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
*Experience maintaining HR systems and employee records
*Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally
*Strong organisational and time management skills
*Good communication and interpersonal skills
*Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems
Desirable
*Experience working in the public sector
*Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
*Experience supporting HR processes such as vetting or onboarding
Working Environment & Benefits
*Flexible and hybrid working options
*Supportive and collaborative team culture
*35-hour working week
*Generous annual leave entitlement
*Opportunities for training and development
*Access to a competitive pension scheme
*Additional benefits including flexible working patterns and employee perks
Location: Cardiff
Hours: Full-time (flexible working options available)
Contract: (12 months temporary – Maternity Cover)
About the Role
An established public sector organisation is seeking an experienced People & Payroll Officer to join their HR team on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave.
This role will provide essential transactional HR and payroll support, ensuring employee records and payroll activities are accurate, compliant, and delivered in a timely manner. You will play a key role in supporting employees across the organisation while contributing to continuous improvement within HR services.
Key Responsibilities
*Deliver day-to-day HR and payroll administration support
*Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within HR systems
*Support payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments
*Assist with routine reporting and data requests
*Support HR systems maintenance and updates
*Contribute to security checks and vetting processes
*Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
*Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation
*Identify opportunities for service improvement within HR processes
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
*Previous experience in HR administration and/or payroll support
*Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
*Experience maintaining HR systems and employee records
*Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally
*Strong organisational and time management skills
*Good communication and interpersonal skills
*Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems
Desirable
*Experience working in the public sector
*Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
*Experience supporting HR processes such as vetting or onboarding
Working Environment & Benefits
*Flexible and hybrid working options
*Supportive and collaborative team culture
*35-hour working week
*Generous annual leave entitlement
*Opportunities for training and development
*Access to a competitive pension scheme
*Additional benefits including flexible working patterns and employee perks
Job number 3747799
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