HR And Payroll Administrator

Sterling Recruitment Solutions; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £27,000

Onboarding program

Career progression

Collaborative workplace

Job summary

Sterling Recruitment Solutions in Dunmow, Essex, is seeking an HR & Payroll Administrator for an on-site role. This entry-level position offers hands-on exposure across generalist HR administration and payroll processing, with training provided.

You will liaise with staff on queries, maintain confidential files, and help ensure compliance across HR data and payroll. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30, with a supportive team and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Entry-level opportunity with training provided.
• Experience in HR or payroll is a plus but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with employee onboarding and contracts.
• Process monthly payroll data and timesheets.
• Answer employee queries regarding policies, pay, and benefits.
• Maintain confidential personnel files and absence records.
• Support recruitment, training, and general office operations.

Skills

HR Administration

Payroll processing

Data management

Customer service

Office software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: HR & Payroll Administrator

Location: Dunmow, Essex

Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (Full-time, On-site)

Are you looking to build a rewarding career in Human Resources and Payroll? We are delighted to represent a leading, fast-paced UK business in sourcing a motivated HR & Payroll Administrator to join their growing team.

This is an exceptional entry-level opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who wants hands-on exposure across both generalist HR administration and payroll processing. Working fully on-site alongside an established team, you will serve as a key point of contact for employee queries and help keep the business's most valuable asset - its people - supported and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Administration: Assist with employee onboarding, preparing contracts, maintaining confidential personnel files, and logging absence and holiday records.
• Payroll Support: Collate monthly timesheets, process payroll data, calculate extra hours or deductions, and assist with general payroll queries.
• First Line Support: Act as a helpful and professional point of contact for staff inquiries regarding company policies, pay, and benefits.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate HR databases and assist with basic reporting and audit checks.
• General Coordination: Provide administrative support for recruitment activities, training sessions, and general office operations.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Previous office administration experience (HR or payroll exposure is a plus, but full training will be provided).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong customer-service mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Discretion and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Full commitment to working on-site Monday to Friday.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £27,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive onboarding and structured career progression opportunities.
• A supportive, active, and collaborative workplace environment.