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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