Proactive and detail-oriented Payroll & HR Assistant to join our team. This is a key support role working across both payroll and HR functions.

The successful candidate will play a vital part in the smooth running of day-to-day operations and will also contribute to an exciting systems migration project.

(Currently use Cintra for payroll and BreatheHR for HR but are in the process of transitioning to Every HR and DataPlan. Familiarity with any of these systems is highly desirable and will support a seamless transition.)

Job description

• End-to-end processing of monthly payroll using CINTRA (Payroll) & BREATHE (HRIS)
• Input and verify payroll data accurately, ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulations.
• Liaise with payroll provider to ensure smooth processing and reporting.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees in a timely and supportive manner.
• Support with pension enrolments, income protection and liaise with external providers as required.
• Maintain payroll records and prepare reports for senior management.
• Stay updated with payroll legislation and ensure compliance at all times.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Maintain accurate HR records and update the HRIS (currently BreatheHR).
• Support HR queries and escalate when necessary.
• Assist in drafting letters, contracts, and other documentation.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and internal policies.
• Assist with data collection, cleansing, and transfer as we move to Every HR and DataPlan.
• Help test new system functionality and provide feedback to the project team.
• Support with communications related to the new platforms.
• Ensure employee data is migrated accurately and securely.
• Previous experience in a payroll and/or HR administrative role.
• Experience using TPS software is desirable.
• Familiarity with Cintra, DataPlan, BreatheHR, or Every HR is a distinct advantage.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel and Word).
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a payroll and/or HR administrative role.
• Experience using TPS software is desirable.
• Familiarity with Cintra, DataPlan, BreatheHR, or Every HR is a distinct advantage.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel and Word).
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.