HR Assistant (Payroll)

TYNE & WEAR (Ref 724) Permanent

£27k – £29k DOE

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised individual to support payroll operations and project registration. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical thinking, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing outstanding service to both internal employees and external agencies. This role requires a high level of discretion, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

You will need 1 – 2 years experience working in Payroll Administration, and this is an amazing opportunity to be trained to further develop you skills and knowledge.


Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Duties:

  • Support the accurate processing of payroll operations for internal employees and prepare reports for external agency workers.
  • Ensure employees’ clock-in and clock-out times are correctly recorded and maintained.
  • Generate and validate payroll reports prior to submission for processing.
  • Deliver proactive customer service by resolving payroll queries raised via HR or employees.
  • Assist with payroll-related projects and administrative tasks as required.

Project Registration Duties:

  • Review and verify that registered hours match the worksheets submitted by supervisors.
  • Make necessary corrections to ensure accurate hour registration and alignment with project allocations.
  • Process and allocate employee hours to the correct projects in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Collaborate with supervisors to resolve discrepancies and maintain data integrity.

Person Specification:

The successful candidate will have a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently. You should be comfortable using timekeeping software, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking are essential for identifying and resolving discrepancies. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required to liaise effectively with HR, supervisors, and external agencies.

A collaborative mindset and the ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and professionalism are also vital to success in this role.


Lynn Bennett Resourcing £27,000 - £29,000 per annum Tyne And Wear