Payroll & HR Assistant

Zendbox | eCommerce Fulfilment Specialist; Paddock Wood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading eCommerce fulfillment provider in Paddock Wood is seeking a proactive Payroll & HR Administrative Assistant for a part-time role. You will be responsible for payroll processing, maintaining employee records, and assisting with HR operations. Ideal candidates have proven payroll and HR administrative experience, along with strong Excel skills. The role offers flexible part-time hours and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible part time hours

Career development opportunities

On-site parking

Supportive work culture

Paid Birthday leave

Free food and drinks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll processing and/or HR administration.
• Knowledge of employment laws and payroll regulations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and HRIS/payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing payroll for all employees.
• Maintain and update employee records, assist with onboarding.
• Support recruitment activities and performance reviews.

Skills

Payroll processing experience

Knowledge of employment laws

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Tools

HRIS/payroll software

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll & HR Administrative Assistant to support our Human Resources and Finance teams on a part time basis. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing, assisting with HR administration tasks, and maintaining employee records.

This is a part time role, 30 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Support

• Assist in preparing and processing payroll for all employees on a timely basis
• Verify timesheets, attendance, and overtime records
• Maintain payroll data integrity and confidentiality
• Coordinate with agencies, Finance or payroll providers to resolve discrepancies

HR Administration

• Maintain and update employee records (contracts, personal files, leave records)
• Assist with onboarding of new hires
• Support recruitment activities
• Monitor absence recording, reports and carry out return to work meetings
• Help administer performance reviews, and training schedules
• Assist with HR reporting and compliance requirements

General Administration

• Prepare and maintain HR-related correspondence and documentation
• Handle HR-related inquiries from employees
• Support ad hoc HR and payroll projects as needed

Requirements

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in payroll processing and/or HR administration
• Knowledge of employment laws and payroll regulations
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and HRIS/payroll software
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• High level of confidentiality and integrity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Flexible part time hours (30 per week)
• Career development opportunities and ongoing training
• On-site parking
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Paid Birthday leave
• Free food and drinks