Job Description
Payroll & Benefits Assistant (HR)
Our prestigious international law firm client is seeking a driven Payroll & Benefits Assistant to work closely and in collaboration with the wider HR team. In this role, you will administer the day-to-day duties for UK payroll, benefits, and pension management for employees in the London office.
* Salary to £40,000
* Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days remote
* A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers
* Tech, cycle, and electric car schemes
* Offices in a stunning City location
Payroll & Benefits Assistant (HR) Key Responsibilities:
* Process the monthly UK payroll for the London office
* Administer the UK payroll from start to finish including starters, leavers, SSP, SMP/alabaster calculations, SPP, SAP, ShPP, auto-enrolment and pension management
* Carry out month end and year end processes and reporting, including P60s
* Conduct monthly reconciliations between payroll and HMRC information for PAYE, NI purposes
* Provide high quality service and assistance to the firm’s employees and partners for payroll and benefits queries
* Liaise with benefits / pensions providers and third parties
* Process all providers’ invoices in a timely manner
* Responsible for the monthly and annual benefit reconciliations for employees and partners
Payroll & Benefits Assistant (HR) Skills & Requirements:
* Previous experience working effectively in a similar role, within a professional services organisation
* Workday or other payroll system knowledge is essential
* Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel to manipulate and interpret complex data
* Demonstrates integrity in managing sensitive situations and confidential information with discretion