People & Payroll Officer - 12m FTC

People & Payroll Officer
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about people and HR operations? We are looking for a People & Payroll Officer to join a dynamic People team and support a wide range of HR and payroll activities.

About the Role
This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across all aspects of HR, including recruitment, employee relations, payroll, and HR systems. You'll play a key part in ensuring smooth, efficient people processes and delivering a high-quality service to employees and managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day HR and payroll administration
• Process employee lifecycle changes (starters, leavers, leave requests)
• Support payroll activities including salary calculations and pensions
• Produce HR reports and management information
• Provide first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and exit processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records in line with GDPR
• Assist with HR systems maintenance, testing, and updates
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes
• Provide administrative support at meetings, including note-taking

What We're Looking ForEssential:

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in HR and/or payroll administration
• Strong IT skills (Excel and Word)
• Ability to handle confidential information sensitively
• Strong HR systems experience (iTrent or similar)

Desirable:

• CIPD Level 3 or working towards
• Welsh language skills (training/support available)

Why Apply?

• Broad exposure across HR and payroll functions
• Opportunity to develop professionally, including qualifications
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Role with variety, responsibility, and impact

Apply NowReady to take the next step in your HR career? Apply today to join a team where your contribution truly matters

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