HR Payroll Administrator

Stott and May; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented HR Payroll Administrator to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to support payroll processing and HR administration, ensuring compliance and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. You will manage payroll data, assist with family leave administration, and respond to employee queries, making a significant impact on the organization. If you have a strong background in HR and payroll, excellent numerical skills, and a customer-focused approach, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join this forward-thinking company and help shape their payroll and HR services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in HR and payroll administration roles.
• Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end payroll processing ensuring compliance.
• Oversee full administration for all types of family leave.

Skills

HR Administration

Payroll Processing

Microsoft Excel

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CIPP Certification

Tools

ADP Payroll Systems

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

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