Payroll & HR Administrator

Be Applied Ltd; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Payroll and HR Administrator within a dynamic Supply Chain People Team. This role offers a chance to manage payroll for a vibrant workforce while also contributing to HR initiatives. The company values attention to detail and effective communication, making it an ideal environment for growth and development. With a supportive culture and a commitment to employee well-being, this position not only enhances your payroll expertise but also allows you to engage in meaningful HR projects. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Benefits

Work from home option

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Mentoring/coaching

Cycle to work scheme

Canteen facilities

Company pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Prior experience in payroll or HR roles is essential.
• Strong Excel skills are required for data management.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly payroll for approximately 170 employees.
• Assist with HR tasks and maintain employee records.

Skills

Excel Skills

Payroll Management

Time Management

Stakeholder Relationship

Job description

Location

On-site · Glasgow City, UK. Primarily based on-site with an optional 1 day per week from home.

Seniority

Junior

Closing Date

11:40am, 11th May 2025 BST

Perks and Benefits

• Work from home option
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Mentoring/coaching
• Cycle to work scheme

Candidate Happiness Score

8.66 (29359)

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Supply Chain People Team as a Payroll and HR Administrator in Glasgow on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract to cover parental leave. The role involves managing and delivering weekly payroll for approximately 170 employees using internal systems to feed into our payroll provider. The ideal candidate will have excellent Excel skills and keen attention to detail.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Payroll (80%)
• Manage electronic timekeeping, review hours, holidays, and absences; investigate anomalies.
• Ensure timely completion and upload of payroll files.
• Input holidays, sickness, and ad hoc payments into payroll systems.
• Maintain absence records and employee files.
• Prepare weekly productivity and headcount reports for Finance.
• Review payroll and holiday reports for accuracy before sign-off.

• HR (20%)
• Assist with ad hoc HR tasks and projects.
• Maintain employee records and manage onboarding portals.
• Coordinate administrative duties like anniversaries, gifts, and org charts.

Experience and Skills Required

• Prior experience in a similar payroll or HR role.
• Understanding of weekly payroll processes and controls.
• Excellent Excel skills, including spreadsheet interpretation and reconciliation.
• Effective time management and stakeholder relationship skills.

Additional Benefits

• Additional leave
• Canteen facilities
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Private medical insurance

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