HR Administrative Assistant

Payroll and HR Officer

• Location: Wisbech
• Job Type: Part – time 25 hours
• Salary: £20 – £21K (for the 25 hours)

We are seeking a dedicated Payroll and HR Officer to provide effective and efficient payroll cover and HR control within a business based in Wisbech. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. The successful candidate will be a key member of our small team, using initiative and excellent time management skills to handle a challenging and varied workload.

Day-to-day of the role:

Payroll Responsibilities:

• Process payroll on a weekly and monthly basis, including preparation and verification of timesheets and actual payment processing using Sage 50 Payroll.
• Administer all pension scheme processes weekly.
• Manage the annual leave system continuously.
• Ensure timesheets accurately reflect work undertaken.
• Upload weekly rotas into our time and attendance system.

Human Resource Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all recruitment and selection activities, including advertising, processing applications, and coordinating interview schedules.
• Manage and maintain contracts, personnel files, and other employee information in compliance with legislation.
• Draft routine correspondence and document templates such as forms, letters, and induction packs.
• Conduct inductions and return-to-work meetings.
• Manage HR-related administrative tasks such as filing, shredding, faxing, scanning, and photocopying, adhering to legislation including Data Protection.
• Assist with disciplinary and grievance hearings preparations and liaise with external employment law advisors as needed.
• Update company handbook and policies with the support of external legal professionals and communicate changes to staff.
• Assist line managers with performance-related matters, including annual PDRs.
• Maintain and develop the company's positive progressive culture.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous payroll experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar HR supportive role.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Experience with Sage 50 Payroll is highly desirable.
• Excellent time management, organisational, and administrative skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• High levels of discretion.

To apply for this Payroll and HR Officer position, please apply through the Reed website.