Job Description

HR & Payroll Administrator

Normanton

Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Working hours:

Five days per week (40 hours)

Reporting to:

HR & Payroll Officer

Liaising with:

All staff.

The role holder plays a key role in supporting the Group HR & Payroll function. Reporting into the HR & Payroll Officer, this role is responsible for ensuring employee data, employee records and all HR administrative processes and kept up to date and run smoothly. The role holder is responsible for assisting in the preparation of the monthly payroll and supporting the wider HR team in administrative duties for recruitment, onboarding, and general people processes. The candidate must be highly organized, detail-focused and keen to develop their career in HR & Payroll.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities include (but are not limited to):

Payroll Support:

Assist with the preparation of monthly payroll input, ensuring accuracy of timesheets, absence records, and any salary/pay changes

Process new starters and leavers, including issuing P45s and updating systems accordingly

Maintain payroll data and employee records, ensuring timely updates for any changes (e.g. pay deductions, tax codes)

Support the HR & Payroll Officer with reporting, pension uploads, and liaising with external payroll providers as needed

Respond to basic payroll queries and escalate more complex issues where appropriate

Ensure absolute confidentiality is maintained when handling pay, salary, and further payroll information

HR Administration:

Draft and issue employee letters and documentation (contracts, changes to terms, references, etc.)

Support onboarding processes, including preparing induction packs and scheduling inductions

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files within the HR system

Support in monitoring absence records, chasing outstanding return-to-work forms

Help in tracking probation reviews

Support with recruitment process where needed, namely recruitment administration and cover where appropriate

Administer leaver paperwork and support in exit interviews

Assist in any admin relating to Group training, keeping records up to date and administering training agreements

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information

Work collaboratively with the HR & Payroll Officer, and wider HR team

Prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines consistently

Support with general ad hoc admin tasks and HR projects as required

Any other tasks commensurate with this post

Requirements:

Previous experience in an administrative role (HR or payroll preferred but not essential)

Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

Good written and verbal communication skills

Well-organised and able to manage and work on multiple tasks at once

Willingness to learn and develop within the role

Positive, proactive attitude and team player

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person