HR & Payroll Administrator

The Payroll & HR Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of group payroll using Sage 50 & NES, alongside providing day‑to‑day administrative support to the HR function.

This role ensures compliance with legislation, supports managers and employees, and maintains accurate HR and payroll records.

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time using Sage 50 Payroll
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, including PAYE, NI, pensions and statutory payments
• Administer starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses and other payroll adjustments
• Process statutory payments including but not limited to SSP, SMP, and SPP
• Assist with pension uploads and auto‑enrolment processes
• Respond to payroll queries from employees in a timely and professional manner
• Reconcile payroll reports and support payroll audits when required

• Maintain accurate employee records on HR and payroll systems
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract changes and leavers
• Prepare contracts of employment, offer letters and group HR correspondence
• Support absence management administration, including sickness and holiday records
• Assist with HR reporting and data requests
• Ensure all HR administration complies with GDPR and company policies

• Work closely with HR, Finance and Managers to ensure accurate data for timing processing
• Support continuous improvement of payroll and HR processes
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Holiday cover within the team

We like to grow our own talent. We love promoting people and offer a range of development and training. We recruit talent over experience.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because diverse views and ideas make our company stronger. If you’re interested in learning more, we’d love to receive your application.

Closing Date 23/06/2026

Location Waylands Volvo Reading

Benefits HR

Working Hours Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).

Salary Basic of £30k per annum.

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