Payroll & HR Specialist (Maternity Cover) - Remote

Pilgrims' Friend Society; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/hybrid working

Pension scheme

Medicash

Perkbox

Job summary

Pilgrims' Friend Society is seeking a Payroll & HR Assistant (Maternity Cover) to process monthly payroll for 700+ staff and assist HR administration. You will handle pay queries, maintain records, and support recruitment while ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension providers.

The role requires at least 1 year of payroll experience, familiarity with Sage Payroll, and strong organisational and communication skills. Hybrid/remote options and a faith-based, supportive environment are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of payroll experience, including PAYE knowledge.
• Familiarity with Sage Payroll (or similar system).
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Creative thinker and problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process monthly payroll for all staff using Sage Payroll.
• Ensure all statutory and voluntary deductions are correctly applied.
• Handle pay and benefits queries from staff and managers.
• Support recruitment processes and HR administration.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC, pension providers and payroll legislation.
• Assist in annual payroll processes, including year-end and P11D submissions.
• Keep internal systems up to date and align with best practice.
• Attend Head Office prayer times and support HR objectives when needed.

Skills

Payroll experience

PAYE knowledge

Sage Payroll

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

Sage Payroll

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Pilgrims' Friend Society is seeking a Payroll & HR Assistant (Maternity Cover) to process monthly payroll for 700+ staff and assist HR administration. You will handle pay queries, maintain records, and support recruitment while ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension providers.

The role requires at least 1 year of payroll experience, familiarity with Sage Payroll, and strong organisational and communication skills. Hybrid/remote options and a faith-based, supportive environment are offered.