Job Description

Description

Berkeley Capital is the largest division in Berkeley Group, focuses on large-scale brownfield regeneration projects in London, stitching these vast and isolated spaces back into the local fabric, bringing them to life with the right mix of homes, amenities, natural landscapes and open spaces.

Our award-winning developments include some of the country's best-known long-term regeneration projects, such as Woodberry Down, Kidbrooke Village and Royal Arsenal Riverside.

Our sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhoods are designed in partnership with local communities, delivering the amenities and opportunities they value most, and ensuring they benefit first from regeneration.

As a business we are committed to fostering a positive working environment, where our people feel valued, empowered and able to grow.

The role

As a Payroll and People Administration Lead, you will play a key role in in ensuring the smooth administration of payroll, employee benefits and People processes, and work closely with the Head of People on producing HR reports. You will take ownership of the payroll submissions each month, working closely with the Finance Director. You will be the go-to person for payroll accuracy, benefits management and provide support to the People Team, ensuring a seamless employee experience across all People functions.



PayrollCollate accurate and timely payroll information and reports ready for submission to Group payroll. Complete leaver and payroll forms. Verify timekeeping records and manage any discrepancies and corrections. Handle payroll queries related to pay, tax, deductions and other payroll-related matters and resolve any issues. Ensure all payroll records are maintained and updated regularly, including changes in salary, bonuses, and employee status. Closely work with the Finance Director and Group Payroll to ensure proper payroll execution. Support the Head of People to monitor pay equity reporting.
BenefitsManage the administration of employee benefits and ensure enrolment and processing. Assist employees with benefit related questions and changes. Monitor and update employee records.
People AdministrationSupport with the onboarding process, including setting up new hires in payroll and the benefits systems. Assist with People reporting, data management, and compliance tracking such as leave management, employee status changes. Maintain employee records in HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. Draft and issue contracts, send starter documents, write letters, contract amendments and assist in the pay review administration. Share ownership of people mailbox responding quickly and delivering on commitments. Any other reasonable duties required by the People Business Partners and Head of People. To uphold the company values of Integrity, Creativity, Excellence, Passion and Respect for People.
SystemsBe the divisional lead for the implementation of payroll/people software.

HR ReportingTo produce HR reports around People KPIs and pay equity.

Experience required

Proven experience in management of payroll and people administration, or similar HR roles. Understanding of payroll regulations. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data management. Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Understanding of HR principles and practices preferred. CIPD Level 3 or similar industry qualification is preferred. Microsoft Office proficiency and excellent Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS etc).

Why join us?

25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days. Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance. Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform. Berkeley Foundation volunteer day. Private pension plan. Group life assurance.
The standard default full-time working hours in the office are 8am-5pm with core working hours 9am-4pm.

About Berkeley Group

Berkeley Group builds homes and neighbourhoods across London, Birmingham and the South of England. We revive underused land, creating welcoming, sustainable and nature-rich places where communities thrive and where people of all ages and backgrounds enjoy a great quality of life.



We specialise in long-term brownfield regeneration, focusing on challenging and complex sites that are beyond the scope of conventional homebuilders. We are highly collaborative, working with councils and communities to create a shared vision and to unlock a mix of social, environmental, economic and commercial value that benefits all of our stakeholders.

Our passion for quality and design underpins everything we do. All Berkeley homes are created with care, expertise and relentless attention to detail.

We have a diverse workforce and culture rooted in attention to detail, effective communication, a sense of fun and a huge feeling of ownership and pride. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, we have become synonymous with exceptional design and meticulous attention to detail.