Payroll and HR Administrator

About the role

We are seeking a Payroll and HR Administrator to join our client’s established team in Gorton. The role combines full‑cycle payroll processing with comprehensive HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle, offering a varied and supportive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Process the end‑to‑end monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll queries.
• Maintain payroll records, including starters, leavers and contractual changes.
• Administer statutory and company sick pay, pension submissions and employee benefit schemes.
• Produce payroll reports and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, contracts, amendments and leavers.
• Prepare employment contracts, new starter documentation and coordinate inductions.
• Provide administrative support for HR projects and the Managing Director.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR processes and policies.

Required profile

• Previous experience in end‑to‑end payroll processing.
• HR administration experience across the employee lifecycle.
• Familiarity with Sage 50 Payroll.
• Good understanding of GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Sage 50 Payroll
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word

What we offer

• Permanent contract
• Friendly and supportive HR team
• Varied role combining payroll and HR administration
• Excellent working environment with development opportunities