HR & Payroll Assistant
Location: Heathrow
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary:�27-30k
About the Role:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR & Payroll Assistant to join a dynamic team in Heathrow. Reporting to the HR Director, you will be the first point of contact for all HR administration and payroll-related queries. You will provide essential support across HR and payroll functions, ensuring smooth processes from recruitment to payroll finalisation.
Key Responsibilities:
General HR & Payroll Administration:
Manage the end-to-end administration of the employee lifecycle, including contractual paperwork, onboarding, and payroll changes.
Maintain and update the HR & Payroll system (Moorepay) in collaboration with a third-party provider.
Conduct vetting checks in line with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations, including DBS and 5-year employment verification.
Handle employee queries regarding HR and payroll policies and ensure consistency in responses.
Ensure employee data remains confidential and accurate.
Generate and review weekly clocking reports and liaise with managers.
Continually seek ways to improve HR & Payroll processes.
HR Duties:
Maintain employee records and update the staff database accordingly.
Support recruitment processes, including job postings, screening, and interview coordination.
Assist in drafting and implementing HR policies and procedures.
Support employee relations activities, including investigations, disciplinaries, and performance management.
Ensure compliance with right-to-work regulations and manage probation review processes.
Administer maternity, paternity, and holiday entitlement procedures.
Support HR training programs and documentation.
Payroll Duties:
Process starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, and other payroll adjustments.
Prepare and finalise payroll each month, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Calculate statutory payments, tax deductions, pension contributions, and attachment of earnings.
Manage month-end and year-end payroll reporting, including P60s, P45s, and P11Ds.
Administer pension enrolment and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment regulations.
Handle payroll queries and ensure all financial payroll data aligns correctly.
Requirements:
HR qualification or currently working towards one.
Payroll experience, ideally within a dedicated payroll team.
Strong knowledge of HMRC payroll procedures and payroll systems (Moorepay experience preferred).
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).
Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information professionally.
Core Attributes:
Proactive and solution-focused.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.
Professional and personable approach when interacting with staff.
Commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
Additional Information:
Flexibility in working hours may be required.
If you are a motivated HR & Payroll professional looking for a new challenge, apply today!