HR Payroll Administrator

HR Payroll Administrator
Remote - London 1- 2 Days a Month

Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive HR Payroll Administrator to support the Payroll Manager in delivering efficient payroll and HR administrative services. This dual-role position involves hands-on payroll processing and comprehensive HR administration, playing a vital part in maintaining smooth and compliant operations.

You will work in a fast-paced environment managing payroll input, while also supporting key HR processes including family leave, flexible working requests, and absence management. 

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Assist with end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance

• Process statutory and enhanced company payments and deductions (e.g., SMP, SSP, parental pay)

• Manage payroll data for new starters and leavers

• Administer pay changes including overtime, bonuses, salary increases, and related adjustments

• Prepare payroll reports and assist with BACS payment submissions for salaries, pensions, and HMRC liabilities

• Maintain up-to-date and secure payroll and HR records with a focus on data accuracy

• Respond promptly to employee payroll queries and resolve any related issues

• Support pension scheme administration, including enrolments, contributions, and communication with providers

• Ensure ongoing compliance with UK payroll legislation, taxation, and pension auto-enrolment rules

HR Administration

• Oversee full administration for all types of family leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, parental)

• Manage flexible working requests and employee absence tracking

• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding documentation and records

• Support benefits administration and policy updates (e.g., parental leave, sick leave)

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee and manager queries related to payroll and HR, offering guidance in line with policies

• Assist with monthly pension contribution processing and provider communications

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in HR and payroll administration roles

• Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

• Good interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively

Desirable:

• Knowledge or certification in UK payroll (e.g., CIPP)

• Experience using ADP Payroll systems

• Familiarity with SAP SuccessFactors