HR & Payroll Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a HR & Payroll Administrator for maternity cover in London. This dynamic role will support HR and Finance functions, ensuring positive employee experiences and compliance with local regulations. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in HR and payroll administration or similar role.
• Good level of spoken and written Korean is highly desired.
• Experience with payroll systems, taxes, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records in compliance with policies.
• Prepare and process payroll on a monthly basis.
• Assist with local recruitment and resolve employee inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

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HR & Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover 9 months) - Hanwha Ocean Europe

• Location: London, UK (Victoria Station)
• Report to: Managing Director, HQ Global Human Resource Team
• Type: Temporary Job (Maternity cover 9 months: July 2025 ~ March 2026/ Full or part Time (probation: 3 months)
• Required experience: 3~5 years

Job Overview

We are looking for a HR & Payroll administrator for maternity cover in London, UK. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring a positive employee experience and supporting the daily HR and Finance functions.

You will interact with employees at all levels, helping to address their needs, resolve issues, and contribute to our company's overall success. The individual must be able to balance company needs, employee support, and the company's ongoing operational needs while maintaining compliance with local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1) HR Administration

• Maintain and update employee records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Assist with the local recruitment process, including scheduling interviews and documentation
• Support employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures
• Communicating with HQ and providing relevant reports as required
• Other HR related tasks as required by the business

2) Payroll Management

• Prepare and process payroll on a monthly basis
• Handle payroll-related queries and resolve any discrepancies
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to HMRC and the Managing Director
• Prepare and process monthly bookkeeping
• Verify that all receipts and invoices were correctly booked through the system
• Create monthly financial reports and report them to relevant stakeholders
• Collect VAT information and match it with our accounting agency’s data
• Ad hoc tasks as required

Requirements

• Good level of spoken and written Korean highly desired
• At least 3~5 years of hands-on experience in HR and payroll administration or a similar role (accounting assistant, etc.)
• Experience with payroll systems and familiarity with payroll taxes and regulations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and as part of a team