HR and Payroll Assistant

Cross Resourcing; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced HR Assistant to support payroll and recognition processes that enhance employee engagement. The role involves processing monthly payroll accurately, administering benefits and recognition schemes, and maintaining compliance within document management systems. The ideal candidate will possess previous HR or payroll experience in professional services, along with strong organisational skills and a keen attention to detail. Join a company that values your contribution and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Life Assurance

Income Protection

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll or HR administration, ideally within professional services.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate monthly payroll including reconciliations and reporting.
• Administer benefits and recognition schemes, ensuring timely updates.
• Support salary review processes and related documentation.

Skills

Payroll experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Cintra IQ

Job description

Due to continued growth, our client, a leading legal firm are seeking an HR Assistant with experience in Payroll, to join their growing team, focused on Reward & Recognition.

This is an excellent opportunity to support payroll, benefits and the recognition processes that enhance employee engagement.

What you'll do

• Process accurate monthly payroll using Cintra IQ, including reconciliations and reporting
• Administer benefits and recognition schemes, ensuring timely updates for new joiners and changes
• Support salary review processes and related documentation
• Maintain document management systems and ensure compliance
• Prepare headcount reports and provide data to Finance as required
• Assist with ad hoc projects within the People Engagement team

What you’ll need

• Previous experience in payroll or HR administration, ideally within professional services
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; payroll systems experience desirable
• Discretion and integrity when handling sensitive information

What you’ll receive

• Competitive Salary
• Pension Life Assurance (option to increase)
• Spouse Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Critical Illness
• Annual Holiday Buy/Sell
• Cycle to Work
• Give As You Earn
• Season Ticket Loan
• 28 days holiday

What's next?

Contact us for more info or apply via the link below.

Equal Opportunities

Cross Resourcing is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or age.