Payroll & HR Specialist

Allen Associates; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in HR services seeks an HR Specialist - Payroll to manage the UK payroll for around 450 employees. This role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary, providing opportunities for career development in a supportive environment. Candidates should have proven UK payroll experience and strong Excel skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £30,000 to £37,000

Hybrid working model

Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits

Onsite subsidised restaurant

Secure parking facilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with UK payroll in a medium to large organisation.
• Strong familiarity with payroll software such as ADP.
• Knowledge of UK payroll regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the UK monthly payroll for approximately 450 employees.
• Support benefits administration and HR policy guidance.
• Collaborate with global HR teams for continuous improvement.

Skills

UK payroll experience

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Tools

ADP payroll software

Job description

HR Specialist - Payroll

Are you looking to elevate your HR and payroll career within a global leader? As an HR Specialist - Payroll, you will manage the UK payroll for around 450 colleagues, ensuring accuracy and compliance while contributing to benefits and HR initiatives. This is your chance to grow in a dynamic, collaborative environment that values your expertise.

Responsibilities

• Managing the UK monthly payroll process for approximately 450 employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments to support employee satisfaction and compliance objectives.
• Supporting benefits administration and HR policy guidance to enhance the employee experience.
• Collaborating with global HR teams to support both UK and international initiatives, driving continuous improvement in HR processes and payroll accuracy.
• Ensuring compliance with UK payroll regulations and staying updated with legislative changes affecting payroll operations.
• Utilising advanced Excel skills, including XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and Macros, to streamline processes and enhance reporting.
• Providing excellent communication to address employee queries effectively, fostering trust and clarity.

Rewards

• Competitive salary from £30,000 to £37,000, with potential to earn up to £45,000 for extensive HR & payroll experience.
• Hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days in the office, offering flexibility to balance work and personal life.
• Core working hours from 10am to 4pm, supporting work-life balance.
• Onsite subsidised restaurant and secure parking for convenience.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement schemes.
• Access to community outreach activities, social clubs, and initiatives supporting wellbeing, diversity, and environmental sustainability.
• Opportunities for career development within a business committed to innovation and sustainability.

Company

You will join a global organisation with approximately 3000 employees worldwide and 450 in the UK. An innovative organisation with a supportive and friendly working environment, you will work as part of a small, generalist HR team based at the UK HQ.

Experience Essentials

• Proven experience working with UK payroll, ideally within a medium to large organisation.
• Familiarity with payroll software such as ADP, with global payroll experience considered a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions like XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and Macros.
• Knowledge of UK payroll regulations and compliance standards.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clear and professional stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated proactive, solutions-focused approach with a collaborative mindset.

Location

Based in South Oxfordshire, the role offers a hybrid working pattern. The office features ample parking facilities, is well-connected via public transport, and supports a carpooling community, making commuting straightforward and flexible.