Payroll and HR Onboarding Assistant
Location: Cardiff, Wales
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Starting salary £26,000
Our client is a growing, modern legal practice which delivers customised solutions and dedicated service. They have six offices in the United Kingdom and representation across the globe. The firm offers a range of services in both corporate and private matters. They pride themselves on being a local firm with an international reach.
The Role
This role is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing and delivering a smooth onboarding and HR experience for new employees. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, a high level of confidentiality, and a passion for supporting people processes in a growing and demanding environment.
About You:
- Previous experience in payroll (minimum one year).
- Previous experience in HR administration (desirable).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and HR / Payroll systems.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
What Our Client Offers:
- Starting salary: £26,000
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday Leave
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Support:
- Processing and updating staff database.
- Preparation and processing of monthly payroll.
- Maintaining and updating employee payroll records.
- Liaise with team leaders to ensure accurate staff information, salary payments, deductions, and benefits.
- Respond to employee queries related to payroll and payslips.
- Submitting monthly pension.
- Pension re-enrolment.
HR and Onboarding Coordination:
- General HR Support to the Operations Manager.
- Coordinate pre-employment checks including right-to-work documentation and references.
- Accuracy of staff (new and existing) information.
- Prepare and issue offer letters and employment contracts.
- Ordering IT equipment and ensuring ready for new / existing staff.
- Schedule induction sessions with team leaders and ensure new hires are welcomed and supported.
- Maintain onboarding trackers and ensure all documentation is completed and filed.
- Act as a point of contact for new starters during their onboarding journey.
- HR point of contact for initial enquires.
General Administration:
- Maintain accurate employee records in HR systems.
- Support with reporting and audits related to payroll, onboarding and exiting.
- Assist with continuous improvement of payroll and onboarding processes
- General admin support to operations manager.
Apply today with an up-to-date CV and our client will be in touch.
