HR Data & Payroll Specialist

Morgan Mckinley (Crawley); Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Mckinley (Crawley) is seeking an organised HR Data & Payroll Specialist to support global HR operations, manage people data reporting and end-to-end UK payroll.

You will work closely with the Global HR Business Partner and the HR team to drive data accuracy, support HR projects and improve processes across the function. Hybrid in Crawley.

Qualifications

• Previous HR administration, HR data and payroll experience.
• Strong Excel and data reporting skills, Power BI helpful.
• Attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• UK payroll knowledge and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HR data, generate reports and dashboards.
• Process end-to-end UK payroll incl pensions and PAYE.
• Maintain employee records and attendance data.
• Support HR initiatives and wellbeing activities.
• Collaborate with HR and stakeholders on reporting.

Skills

HR data

Payroll

Excel

Power BI

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

CIPD Level 3 or above

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Job Title: HR Data & Payroll Specialist

Location: Crawley (Hybrid)

Salary: 35,000 - 40,000

Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

An opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented HR Data & Payroll Specialist to support global HR operations, people data reporting and end-to-end UK payroll. Working closely with the Global HR Business Partner and wider HR team, you will contribute to HR projects, maintain accurate employee data and help improve processes across the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR data, produce reports and dashboards, analyse people metrics and support global reporting requirements.
• Process end-to-end UK payroll, including pensions, statutory payments, PAYE, National Insurance and HMRC requirements.
• Maintain employee records, holiday and sickness data, and provide general HR administrative support.
• Assist with HR initiatives, training, talent management, Champion wellbeing activities and wider people projects.
• Work closely with HR colleagues, business units and senior stakeholders to deliver accurate reporting and support HR objectives.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in HR administration, HR data and end-to-end payroll.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data and reports. Power BI experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• A collaborative approach, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A professional and discreet approach to confidential information.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HR best practice.
• CIPD Level 3 or above desirable.