Job Description

Searchlight Ventures is the group company for

The Light Cinemas, Light Entertainment and All Star Lanes

. We operate a growing network of cinema, entertainment and hospitality venues across the UK, bringing together film, leisure activities, food and drink to create memorable experiences for our guests.



As our business continues to expand, we know that delivering the best experience starts with looking after our teams. We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and engaging workplace where everyone can thrive. Our People team plays a vital role in making this happen - ensuring colleagues are supported from their very first day and throughout their career with us.

The Role:

We're looking for an organised and approachable

HR & Payroll Co-ordinator

to join our People team at a busy and exciting time. With multiple people projects underway to support the growth of the business, this role will provide vital day-to-day support to ensure payroll runs smoothly and employees get the right guidance when they need it.



You'll take ownership of the monthly payroll process and act as the first point of contact for managers and employees with day-to-day HR and employee relations (ER) queries. You'll also support the smooth running of our Support Office with ad-hoc management duties as required. This is a great opportunity to develop your HR career while making a real impact on the employee experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll

Prepare and check monthly payroll information, ensuring it's accurate and sent to our payroll provider on time. Update records for new starters, leavers and any changes to pay, hours or benefits. Handle common payroll queries and calculations (e.g. overtime, holiday pay, statutory pay), escalating complex issues where needed.

HR & Employee Relations

Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees on day-to-day ER queries. Provide advice on absence, performance and general policy matters; escalate complex or high-risk cases to the HR Manager. Support onboarding tasks such as contracts, references and induction paperwork.

Administration & Reporting

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records across HR systems. Run reports to support payroll, HR checks and people projects. Provide general HR admin support across the team.

Support Office Management

Assist with day-to-day Support Office operations, including facilities, supplies and general office administration. Help coordinate office activities and ensure a welcoming, well-organised environment for colleagues and visitors.

What you need to succeed:

Previous experience in an HR/Payroll administration role, ideally in a hospitality or retail environment.

Proficiency in using Fourth Hospitality highly desirable.

Strong understanding of payroll processes and common calculations.

Previous experience in managing ER cases and confident in advising managers and employees alike on day-to-day ER issues.

Comfortable using HR systems, with the ability to learn new processes quickly. Excellent attention to detail, especially when working with payroll data. Approachable, supportive and able to build strong working relationships. Flexible and willing to support wider Support Office management when needed.

What's in it for you:

Competitive salary and benefits package Discounts on cinema, food, drink and leisure activities across our venues 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Pension scheme and company benefits Hybrid working and a supportive office environment Ongoing training, learning and career development opportunities The chance to be part of a collaborative and people-focused team during an exciting time of growth




Love working with people and making sure everything adds up? If you're ready to grow your career, we'd love you on our team - apply now!



Our dedicated Recruitment Team will review every application and get in touch to arrange a chat with suitable candidates.



If we don't feel like you are the right match for now, we will make sure to let you know, however, detailed feedback won't be provided at this stage