Job Description
People Team Assistant - HR & Payroll
Home Based with UK travel as required
£27,000-£30,000 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
We're recruiting an experienced HR & Payroll Administrator to join a growing, fast-paced People Team within a national organisation. With around 400 employees and continued growth, this is a key role supporting both HR operations and payroll administration.
Reporting to the HR Manager, you'll manage core HR processes, liaise with the external payroll provider, and become the organisation's in-house expert on HRIS, supporting and training users across the business.
This is a hybrid role which is primarily remote, with travel to services across the UK as needed, plus monthly HR meetings in the North West.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain employee records and process onboarding, changes, and leavers in HRIS
- Respond to employee and manager queries on HR and payroll matters
- Support payroll administration and liaise with external payroll provider
- Administer DBS checks, references, MATB1 forms, and compliance records
- Oversee shared inboxes and handle day-to-day HR admin tasks
- Provide system support and training to HRIS users
- Collate reports and support senior leaders with HR meeting coordination
What We're Looking For:
- Experience in HR and payroll administration (essential)
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and system skills
- Able to work independently and prioritise a varied workload
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required
This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a charity environment, with excellent benefits including flexible working, generous leave and pension.
If interested, please reply with your CV and availability to discuss. Feel free to share with anyone who might be a good fit.
Best regards,
Amy
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