Job Description:

Job Title:  HR & Payroll Administrator
Location: Hawick based, with remote applicants also considered
Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Temporary- Ongoing
Hours: Monday- Friday (7.5 hours per day)


Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential employee records
• Support recruitment processes, including advertising roles and coordinating interviews
• Coordinate onboarding and prepare employment contracts and offer letters
• Manage employee lifecycle activities (starters, leavers, promotions, absence tracking)
• Respond to employee queries on HR policies and procedures
• Provide administrative support for performance management and training
• Process payroll accurately and on time (weekly/monthly)
• Maintain payroll data, including salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions
• Manage timesheets, overtime, and absence-related payroll inputs
• Resolve payroll queries and discrepancies efficiently
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and statutory requirements (e.g. HMRC, pensions, National Insurance)
• Produce HR and payroll reports (e.g. absence, headcount, turnover)

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in HR administration and payroll processing
• Familiarity with payroll systems and HR software platforms
• Solid understanding of UK employment legislation and payroll regulations
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• A proactive approach with strong problem-solving capabilities

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