A HR & Payroll Administrator is needed to join the team at this leading food and beverage company, based in the North London office on a fixed term contract basis. They are the master franchise of some fantastic and innovative brands like Thai Express, Japami and Shako Tang.

About you

The successful candidate will be part of the growing business with the potential to progress to a Head of Department role with training.

You will report directly to the Directors and provide support in operational tasks, including onboarding processes for new employees, preparation of certificates and employment references.

HR Responsibilities:

Handle contract management administration.
Support change management within transformation processes.
Maintain and update HR systems (SuccessFactors and Workday).
Administer and manage the rota planning system.
Monitor HR inboxes and ticketing system, distributing and resolving queries as needed.
Oversee the administration of company benefits.
Maintain accurate records, well-organised filing systems, and a high standard of correspondence.
Work closely with the operations team to identify recruitment needs.
Manage and update the employee handbook in line with UK law.
Collaborate on special projects within the HR department.
Enhance and refine operational HR processes, and conduct investigations and disciplinary actions as necessary.
Oversee the administration of starters and leavers for payroll and pensions, along with other ad hoc administrative tasks.

Payroll Responsibilities:

Managing and overseeing the complete payroll process and administration using Workforce, Deputy, and Payroo.
Handling payroll taxes, service charges, and ensuring compliance across the organisation.
Developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures, streamlining processes to improve efficiency in payroll distribution.
Reviewing and verifying payroll data and records for accuracy.
Conducting payroll audits and reconciliations to identify and correct discrepancies, maintaining payroll accuracy.
Providing detailed payroll reports and analysis.
Ensuring all payroll processes comply with labour laws and regulations to minimise legal risks and liabilities.
Implementing process improvements and automation to enhance payroll efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
Keeping up to date with the latest best practices and regulations in payroll management.

Required skills and experience:

Administration experience
Payroll experience
Very good knowledge of HR information systems and ER laws
Relevant professional experience in the above-mentioned field (3 years minimum)
A keen interest in learning HR systems and processes
Good MS Office skills (especially Word and Excel)

Benefits:

Company pension
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
Flexible working time models and mobile working (depending on your role)
Individual training and development opportunities

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