HR & Payroll Specialist (Brighton)

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive HR & Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processes and support core HR functions. The role ensures accurate, timely payroll administration, compliance with employment legislation, and smooth employee lifecycle management.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll payment cycle from data collection to distribution.
• Investigate and resolve payroll errors in collaboration with the wider team.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, employment law and data‑protection requirements.
• Calculate overtime, salary increases, shift payments and process holiday, sick and maternity pay.
• Support onboarding by entering new starter information promptly for payroll processing.

Required profile

• CIPP qualification (mandatory).
• Experience with Dayforce HRIS system (highly advantageous).
• Proven experience working with HRIS and payroll.
• Process‑driven and approachable attitude.
• Excellent knowledge of payroll processes.

Required skills

• Dayforce HRIS
• CIPP certification

What we offer

• Salary between £38,000 and £45,000 per year.
• On‑site gym and other fantastic benefits.
• Free parking.
• Full‑time, office‑based role in Brighton.