HR & Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover 9 months) - Hanwha Ocean Europe
* Location: London, UK (Victoria Station)
* Report to: Managing Director, HQ Global Human Resource Team
* Type: Temporary Job (Maternity cover 9 months: July 2025 ~ March 2026/ Full or part Time (probation: 3 months)
* Required experience: 3~5 years
* Salary: Negotiable
Job Overview
We are looking for a HR & Payroll administrator for maternity cover in London, UK. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring a positive employee experience and supporting the daily HR and Finance functions.
You will interact with employees at all levels, helping to address their needs, resolve issues, and contribute to our company's overall success. The individual must be able to balance company needs, employee support, and the company's ongoing operational needs while maintaining compliance with local regulations.
Key Responsibilities
1) HR Administration
* Maintain and update employee records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
* Assist with the local recruitment process, including scheduling interviews and documentation
* Support employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures
* Communicating with HQ and providing relevant reports as required
* Other HR related tasks as required by the business
2) Payroll Management
* Prepare and process payroll on a monthly basis
* Handle payroll-related queries and resolve any discrepancies
* Prepare and submit payroll reports to HMRC and the Managing Director
3) Financial report
* Prepare and process monthly bookkeeping
* Verify that all receipts and invoices were correctly booked through the system
* Create monthly financial reports and report them to relevant stakeholders
* Collect VAT information and match it with our accounting agency’s data
* Ad hoc tasks as required
Requirements
* Good level of spoken and written Korean highly desired
* At least 3~5 years of hands-on experience in HR and payroll administration or a similar role (accounting assistant, etc.)
* Experience with payroll systems and familiarity with payroll taxes and regulations
* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
* Self-motivated, ability to work independently and as part of a team