HR & Payroll Coordinator

March Personnel; Egham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly organised and proactive HR & Payroll Coordinator to join their team in Egham. This hands-on role combines 70% HR coordination with 30% payroll administration, including responsibilities from onboarding to payroll compliance and benefits management. Ideal candidates should have proven HR and payroll experience in the UK along with excellent organisational and communication skills.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Option to buy up to 5 extra holiday days

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll processing and HR administration (UK).
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and pensions.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment admin including job adverts and onboarding.
• Lead monthly payroll coordination with external payroll provider.
• Manage offboarding tasks and employee benefits.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Experience in payroll processing

HR administration experience

Tools

HRIS platforms

ADP

Job description

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Our client are seeking a highly organised and proactive HR & Payroll Coordinator to join their team. This person will be a central figure in delivering seamless payroll and HR support across their UK operations. This is a varied and hands-on role from onboarding and employee lifecycle administration to benefits coordination and payroll administration.

70% HR co-ordination and 30% Payroll

Key Responsibilities

HR Coordination:

• Support recruitment admin including job adverts and offer letters
• Conduct pre-employment checks and coordinate new starter onboarding
• Maintain HR database, employee records, and reporting accuracy
• Track absence, leave, and probation periods
• Be the first point of contact for HR queries and support formal processes
• Manage offboarding tasks and exit interviews
• Promote and manage employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives

Payroll:

• Lead monthly payroll coordination with our external payroll provider
• Manage all inputs for starters, leavers, changes, benefits, tax codes, and deductions
• Carry out pre-commitment checks and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and internal finance policies
• Maintain payroll records and prepare reports for finance
• Administer pension submissions and benefit reconciliations

Key attributes

• Proven experience in payroll processing and HR administration (UK)
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory payments
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency in HR/Payroll systems (e.g., ADP, HRIS platforms)
• 25 days holiday (Plus Bank Holidays) and the option to buy up to 5 extra days
• Pension
• Cycle to work

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

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