HR and Payroll Administrator

Job Title: HR & Payroll Administrator

Location: Dunmow, Essex

Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:30 (Full-time, On-site)

Are you looking to build a rewarding career in Human Resources and Payroll? We are delighted to represent a leading, fast-paced UK business in sourcing a motivated HR & Payroll Administrator to join their growing team.

This is an exceptional entry-level opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who wants hands-on exposure across both generalist HR administration and payroll processing. Working fully on-site alongside an established team, you will serve as a key point of contact for employee queries and help keep the business’s most valuable asset—its people—supported and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

* HR Administration: Assist with employee onboarding, preparing contracts, maintaining confidential personnel files, and logging absence and holiday records.

* Payroll Support: Collate monthly timesheets, process payroll data, calculate extra hours or deductions, and assist with general payroll queries.

* First Line Support: Act as a helpful and professional point of contact for staff inquiries regarding company policies, pay, and benefits.

* Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate HR databases and assist with basic reporting and audit checks.

* General Coordination: Provide administrative support for recruitment activities, training sessions, and general office operations.

What We Are Looking For

* Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.

* Previous office administration experience (HR or payroll exposure is a plus, but full training will be provided).

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong customer-service mindset.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

* Discretion and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information.

* Full commitment to working on-site Monday to Friday.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary up to £27,000 per annum.

* Comprehensive onboarding and structured career progression opportunities.

* A supportive, active, and collaborative workplace environment.

To apply for this role or learn more about the position, please submit your CV today
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