HR & Payroll Assistant

2 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom Allen Associates Full time

**HR & Payroll Assistant**

Are you a qualified payroll professional, looking for an exciting opportunity to be involved in the HR department in a progressive and friendly organisation? This new HR & Payroll Assistant fixed-term contract takes full responsibility for payroll processing, and provides operational day-to-day HR responsibilities to support the small team.

The post is full time, though part-time working of at least 80% FTE (ie circa 30hrs) would be considered. This is a 24-month contract, with potential for extension or permanency thereafter.

**HR & Payroll Assistant Responsibilities**

As the HR & Payroll Assistant some of your duties will include

  • Preparation of monthly payroll processes for permanent and casual employees
  • Process payroll details for new starters, contract extensions, leavers and other special arrangements, as well as overtime, holiday payments, expenses and salary adjustments
  • Act as first point of contact for HR queries, maintaining accurate and confidential records
  • Assisting with recruitment and new starter checks and inductions
  • Implement policies and procedures in a compliant and accurate manner
  • Coordinate HR projects and minute meetings

**HR & Payroll Assistant Experience**

The successful postholder will have professional payroll processing experience within an HR function (not to be confused with purchase ledger/finance experience). You will also be able to demonstrate:

  • HR Administration experience, and/or payroll system implementation experience is desirable but not essential
  • A payroll qualification
  • Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
  • Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Highly proficient with MS Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables etc.)
  • Able to take initiative, work collaboratively, accurately and to tight deadlines
  • Interest and willing to contribute to improving processes
  • Good timekeeping and able to prioritise workload

**HR & Payroll Assistant Rewards**

As the HR & Payroll Assistant you will receive the following benefits

  • You will be entitled to a generous pension scheme
  • Free meals during termtime
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (including 5 days at Christmas)

**Location**

Based in Central Oxford, there is no parking on-site, however the office is situated close by to several public transport links.

**The Company**

Our client is a leader in their field in higher education. Focusing on openness and inclusivity, they have a diverse cohort and are set in beautiful surroundings.



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