London (Up to 3 Days per Week Onsite)
6-Month Contract
£197–£300 per day (Umbrella) | £148.87–£221.03 per day (PAYE)
IR35: In Scope
Security Clearance: Active SC or eligible
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Payroll Administrator to join a busy HR Operations team within a central government environment on a 6-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering payroll and HR operational support within a fast-paced, structured setting.
You will support the delivery of payroll and HR administrative services across the employee lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent stakeholder engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting matrix management of a small team of HR Advisers
Assisting with weekly and monthly payroll processing
Maintaining and updating data within the HR Information System
Monitoring HR case trackers to ensure actions remain on track
Resolving transactional HR queries and managing escalated issues
Ensuring GDPR compliance and protection of sensitive personal data
Researching and recommending solutions to meet business needs
Essential Requirements
Proven experience using MHR iTrent (mandatory)
Strong Google Workspace and Microsoft Office skills
Experience within HR Operations and payroll environments
Excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills
Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced operational role
Active SC clearance or eligibility