Hays Specialist Recruitment
HR & Payroll Assistant
London, London, ec2a 1ae EC2A 1AE
Key information
- Pay
- £40,000 to £45,000 a year
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted date
- 3 Sep 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Sep 2026
About this role
Your new role
A hands-on
HR & Payroll Assistant responsible for acting as the first point of contact for employees and managers, managing day-to-day HR queries and supporting the HR inbox. Provides
payroll support during busy periods and annual leave cover, including payroll processing and benefits administration. Maintains employee records and manages joiner, mover and leaver processes, ensuring a positive employee experience throughout. Supports the HRBP team with
employee relations cases,
recruitment administration, contracts and onboarding, while also producing
HR reports and
people data analysis. Has experience supporting HR systems and
process improvements, including the implementation and ongoing management of
SuccessFactors, alongside contributing to a range of wider HR projects.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a global business covering
HR & Payroll -
Essential
- Experience working within a global or multi-site business.
- Payroll and benefits administration experience.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach.
- Strong employee and customer service focus.
- Experience using HR systems; SuccessFactors experience is beneficial.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
What you'll get in return
- A collaborative and inclusive culture with regular team-building and social activities.
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and flexible hours.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development within a fast-growing international business.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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