HR & Payroll Assistant

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions; Essex; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CasAnovas Recruitment Solutions in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-focused HR & Payroll Assistant to provide essential administrative support across a busy HR function. Based in Essex, the role offers exposure to HR administration, payroll, learning and development, and the wider employee lifecycle.

This is a varied role, suitable for someone who can manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a compliant HR environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR, Payroll or a relevant administrative role.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Experience handling confidential information.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support.
• Process payroll for new starters and leavers.
• Maintain confidential employee records in line with GDPR.
• Support onboarding and leaver processes.
• Update records for changes to contracts and hours.
• Assist with training records and development activities.
• Prepare HR documentation and management reports.

Skills

HR knowledge

Payroll knowledge

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

MS Office

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

HR & Payroll Assistant

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

Full-time Permanent

Are you looking to develop your career across HR and Payroll? We are looking for an organised and detail-focused HR & Payroll Assistant to provide essential administrative support across a busy HR function.

This is a varied role offering exposure to HR administration, payroll, learning and development, and the wider employee lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team.


• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in line with GDPR.


• Prepare HR documentation including contracts, letters and employee correspondence.


• Support onboarding and leaver processes.


• Update employee records for changes to contracts, hours, roles and personal details.


• Maintain absence and family leave records.


• Ensure HR files and records remain accurate and audit-ready.

Payroll Support

• Process payroll administration for new starters and leavers.


• Collate and check working hours, overtime and other payroll information.


• Ensure salary, contract and leave changes are accurately communicated to payroll.


• Assist with resolving payroll queries and discrepancies.


• Maintain accurate records to support monthly payroll processing.

Learning & Development

• Maintain employee training records and learning databases.


• Record training courses and employee completions.


• Support the coordination of training activities.


• Assist with training reports and monitoring mandatory training.

General HR Support

• Respond to HR queries professionally and promptly.


• Assist with HR reports, spreadsheets and management information.


• Support HR projects and initiatives.


• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in HR, Payroll or a relevant administrative role.


• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.


• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.


• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• A proactive, positive and professional approach.


• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Desirable:

• Experience using HR or Payroll systems.


• Understanding of payroll processes and employment legislation.


• Knowledge of HR administration, including contracts, family leave and employee records.


• CIPD qualification or working towards one.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career within HR and Payroll, gaining broad experience across a busy and varied HR function.