Payroll and HR Assistant

Hawksmoor; London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hawksmoor is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & HR Assistant to join their People Team. This part-time role is flexible, ideal for those balancing work with other commitments. Responsibilities include managing payroll, maintaining HR records, and ensuring compliance with regulations, offering a supportive environment in a certified B Corp organization.

Benefits

Referral bonus from day one.

Access to Wagestream for instant wage access.

Discounted health and fitness benefits.

Paid maternity and paternity leave.

Income protection insurance.

50% off food at restaurants for you and family.

Optional 20 hours annually for volunteering.

30 days holiday including service charge.

Welfare budget for snacks and support.

Investment in training across various fields.

Qualifications

• Experienced in payroll administration with UK regulations knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communicator handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process payroll accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with tax and National Insurance.
• Maintain HR databases ensuring accuracy and GDPR compliance.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Microsoft Office

Organisational Skills

Communication

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Location:Hybrid, Hawksmoor House (London), restaurants, and home
Salary:£30,000 per annum (pro rata for 24 hours/week)
Contract Type:Permanent, Part-Time
Working Pattern:Flexible, 3, 4, or 5 days per week (24 hours total)

Work Somewhere Awesome

At Hawksmoor, we believe that world-class restaurants are built by world-class people. We're proud to be a certified B Corp and have been ranked among the UK’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work For over 10 years running. Our commitment to sustainability, exceptional food, and warm, down-to-earth service sets us apart.

We're looking for a detail-oriented and people-focused Payroll & HR Assistant to join our People Team. This part-time role offers flexibility, ideal for someone balancing work with other commitments.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and process payroll accurately and on time, including salaries, overtime, deductions, and bonuses.
• Handle payroll-related queries from employees and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with tax, National Insurance, and pension contributions.
• Assist with Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC and end-of-year payroll reconciliations, including P60 issuance.
• Maintain HR databases and records, ensuring accuracy and GDPR compliance.
• Support employee relations activities, including investigations and disciplinaries.
• Maintain training records and assist with training coordination.
• Provide administrative support for benefits and employee engagement initiatives.
• Handle reference requests, parental leave applications, and absence management.
• Update HR systems, including employee records and organisational charts.
• Generate reports for Payroll & HR functions as needed.
• Ensure effective communication between HR, payroll, and other departments.
• Manage communication systems for internal communication efficiency.

Who You Are

• Experienced in payroll administration with UK regulations knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Excellent communicator handling sensitive information professionally.
• Team player with collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with HR systems is a plus.
• Experience in hospitality or retail advantageous.
• Knowledge of Tronc administration beneficial.

Why Join Us?

• Referral bonus from day one.
• Access to Wagestream for instant wage access.
• Discounted health and fitness benefits.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Income protection insurance.
• 50% off food at our restaurants for you and family.
• Optional 20 hours annually for volunteering.
• Savings on travel, shopping, dining, and more.
• 30 days holiday including service charge.
• Welfare budget for snacks, drinks, and support during busy times.
• Investment in training across Wine, H&S, Food Safety, HR, and management development.
• Access to counselling, remote GP/physio, legal advice, and more.

We value diversity and inclusivity, creating a positive environment for all backgrounds. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Apply today and join a company that values flexibility, people, and excellence.