HR / Payroll Administrator

Outskirts of York | Office-Based | £32,000 - £34,000 + Benefits

Are you an organised and proactive HR professional looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established business based on the outskirts of York seeking an HR / Payroll Administrator to join their growing people team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the smooth running of both HR and payroll processes while gaining exposure across the full employee lifecycle.

Working closely with the Head of People and Human Resources, you'll play a key role in supporting employees, maintaining accurate records and ensuring HR and payroll activities are delivered effectively and efficiently.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of People and Human Resources, you'll provide day-to-day support across HR administration, payroll, recruitment and employee records, helping to ensure a positive employee experience across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing contracts, offer letters and onboarding documentation
Supporting new starter and leaver processes
Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
Assisting with probation reviews, absences and performance processes
Producing HR reports and supporting payroll audits
Advertising vacancies and coordinating interviews
Acting as a first point of contact for HR and payroll queries
Managing the HR inbox and preparing employee communications
Maintaining training records and supporting learning and development activities
Preparing and processing monthly payroll information
Ensuring payroll data is accurate and resolving any discrepancies
Supporting wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and confident managing a varied workload in a busy environment.
You'll ideally have:

Previous administration experience within HR, Payroll or a People function
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to handle confidential information professionally
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
A positive and proactive approach to work

Desirable Experience

CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards it
Knowledge of UK employment legislation
Experience supporting payroll processes
Experience using HR systems

What's on Offer?

Salary of £32,000 - £34,000
Opportunity to work across both HR and payroll functions
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Professional development opportunities
Exposure to a broad range of HR activities and projects
Long-term career progression opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Administrator looking to broaden their responsibilities within a busy and supportive environment. You'll play an important role in supporting employees, maintaining high standards of administration and contributing to the continued success of the people function.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your application today.

HR and Payroll Administrator