Payroll & HR Specialist

Reference: 4813553Job ID: 5404692Posted: 2026-07-20Closing date: 2026-10-19Location: BristolSalary: 45-50,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Business or Management Consultancy / PayrollCompany: HaysConsultant: Emma LewisHays office: Cardiff — 1st Floor, 5 Callaghan Square,Phone: 01792642042Email: Emma.Lewis@hays.comPayroll & HR SpecialistFull Time and PermanentNorth Bristol45-50,000 per annum plus discretionary bonusLet's be honest: Most payroll jobs promise "variety" but end up being little more than processing pay runs and dealing with the occasional query.This one is different.........I'm recruiting a newly created position for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys ownership, thrives on accuracy and genuinely wants to influence how things are done.You'll take the lead on payroll operations across multiple business entities, each with their own payroll schedules, employee populations and complexities. From payroll validation and reconciliations to maternity calculations, sickness calculations, reporting and process improvements, you'll be the person ensuring everything lands exactly as it should.Right first time. Every time.If you're the sort of payroll professional who spots the 17 discrepancy before anyone else notices, we'll probably get along!What makes this opportunity particularly interesting is the wider exposure it offers.Alongside the payroll remit, you'll have the opportunity to become involved in the wider people function, giving you exposure to projects, process improvements and operational activities that many payroll roles simply don't offer.This isn't just about processing payroll. It's about ownership. It's about credibility.It's about becoming the go-to person that managers and employees trust when they need things done properly.What You'll Be Doing:Managing payroll activities across multiple entitiesValidating payroll data, checking accuracy and resolving discrepanciesCalculating statutory payments including maternity and sicknessProducing payroll reports and analysing people dataWorking extensively with Excel and large datasetsSupporting employee life cycle administration and documentationEnhancing processes, systems and ways of workingContributing to the rollout and development of a new people systemBuilding trusted relationships across the businessWhat We're Looking For:You'll already be an experienced payroll professional who understands that payroll isn't just about numbers; it's about delivering an exceptional service to every employee who trusts you to get their pay right.You'll likely bring:End-to-end payroll experienceStrong payroll checking and validation skillsAdvanced Excel capabilityExperience managing multiple payrolls, companies or entitiesConfidence with payroll systems and HR platformsA proactive approach and continuous improvement mindsetThe ability to work independently and take ownershipExperience supporting HR administration would be advantageous, but first and foremost, this is a payroll-focused opportunity.Why It's Worth a Look45,000 - 50,000 salaryDiscretionary bonus Hybrid working patternPrivate family healthcare A raft of wellbeing benefitsA genuinely visible role where your work makes a differenceFor a confidential discussion, get in touch...... call Em Lewis on 01792 642 042. Apply online with your CV #4813553 - Emma Lewis