Payroll & Hr Administrator

Forrest Recruitment; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Payroll & HR Administrator to provide comprehensive payroll and HR administrative support. This full-time role involves processing payroll, ensuring data compliance, and supporting HR functions. The position offers a salary of £25,000 with a 9-month fixed-term contract, 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a supportive working environment in Hanley.

Benefits

24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company Pension

Free onsite parking

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll and/or HR administration role.
• Good knowledge of employment legislation.
• Organised and reliable with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with HMRC.
• Maintain HR systems and employee records.
• Assist with HR administration across the employee lifecycle.

Skills

Attention to detail

Payroll processes knowledge

Use of HR systems

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office

Job description

Payroll & HR Administrator

Location: Hanley | Salary: £25,000 | Contract: Fixed Term Contract – 9 months | Hours: Full-time

The Role

Reporting into the HR Manager, you will provide comprehensive payroll and HR administrative support, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a high level of service across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing monthly payroll, including starters, leavers, changes, and absences
• Ensuring payroll data is accurate and compliant with HMRC regulations
• Supporting with pensions, statutory payments, and payroll queries
• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
• Assisting with HR administration across the employee lifecycle
• Preparing contracts, letters, and HR documentation
• Supporting with absence management and holiday records
• Liaising with internal departments and external providers where required

About You

• Previous experience in a payroll and/or HR administration role
• Good working knowledge of payroll processes and employment legislation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
• Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage deadlines effectively

What's on Offer

• Salary: circa £25,000
• 9-month fixed-term contract
• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Company Pension
• Office-based role in Hanley
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Immediate or short notice start welcomed

Contact

For more information regarding the above role, please call Amy or Nicola on [phone number removed] or forward your CV for consideration.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.