HR & Payroll Administrator

Job Title:  HR & Payroll Administrator Location: Hawick based, with remote applicants also considered Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour Start Date: ASAP Job Type: Temporary- Ongoing Hours: Monday- Friday (7.5 hours per day) Main Responsibilities: Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential employee records Support recruitment processes, including advertising roles and coordinating interviews Coordinate onboarding and prepare employment contracts and offer letters Manage employee lifecycle activities (starters, leavers, promotions, absence tracking) Respond to employee queries on HR policies and procedures Provide administrative support for performance management and training Process payroll accurately and on time (weekly/monthly) Maintain payroll data, including salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions Manage timesheets, overtime, and absence-related payroll inputs Resolve payroll queries and discrepancies efficiently Ensure compliance with employment legislation and statutory requirements (e.g. HMRC, pensions, National Insurance) Produce HR and payroll reports (e.g. absence, headcount, turnover) Requirements: Demonstrated experience in HR administration and payroll processing Familiarity with payroll systems and HR software platforms Solid understanding of UK employment legislation and payroll regulations Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships Maintains a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times A proactive approach with strong problem-solving capabilities If you are interested in applying for this role  Apply Now – Attach your CV and one of our colleagues will be in touch shortly