Payroll Specialist

Proactive Global; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a 12-month contract to join its HR team in the United Kingdom. You will manage payroll administration for the business entities and provide professional HR support across the organisation.

The ideal candidate will have a commercial apprenticeship, HR administration training, at least 5 years' HR admin experience, and strong proficiency with MS Office. You will work with accuracy, independence and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Completed commercial apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Further training or qualification in HR Administration.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in HR administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work independently.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Responsible, professional and service–oriented approach.
• Clear, direct and transparent communication skills.
• A positive attitude, sense of humour and willingness to contribute ideas as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including employee changes and contract amendments.
• Support Compensation & Benefits and Performance Management processes.
• Manage employee absence administration and related records.
• Prepare employment references, certificates and other HR documentation.
• Coordinate and obtain relevant employee permits and approvals.
• Manage the preparation and follow–up of monthly payroll processing.
• Carry out payroll reconciliation in collaboration with the Finance Department.
• Identify opportunities to improve and optimise payroll processes.
• Act as the main point of contact for employees, government authorities and insurance providers regarding payroll and HR administration queries.
• Provide administrative support for wider HR projects and initiatives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Professionalism

Team mindset

Independent work

Positive attitude

Education

Commercial Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Payroll Specialist
Industry: Automation & Intralogistics
Employment Type: Full time 12 month contract

About the Company

Our client is a global leader in the design, manufacture and optimisation of automated logistics solutions across the supply chain. Combining cutting–edge robotics, innovative technologies and advanced software platforms, the business partners with organisations worldwide to deliver intelligent automation solutions.

With a global workforce and a strong reputation for technological innovation, the company is committed to shaping the future of intralogistics and driving operational excellence.

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing payroll administration for the business' entities while providing professional and efficient HR administrative support across the wider organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including employee changes and contract amendments.


• Support Compensation & Benefits and Performance Management processes.


• Manage employee absence administration and related records.


• Prepare employment references, certificates and other HR documentation.


• Coordinate and obtain relevant employee permits and approvals.


• Manage the preparation and follow–up of monthly payroll processing.


• Carry out payroll reconciliation in collaboration with the Finance Department.


• Identify opportunities to improve and optimise payroll processes.


• Act as the main point of contact for employees, government authorities and insurance providers regarding payroll and HR administration queries.


• Provide administrative support for wider HR projects and initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required

• Completed commercial apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.


• Further training or qualification in HR Administration.


• Minimum of 5 years' experience in HR administration.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work independently.


• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.


• Responsible, professional and service–oriented approach.


• Clear, direct and transparent communication skills.


• A positive attitude, sense of humour and willingness to contribute ideas as part of a collaborative team.