HR & Payroll Admin Lead

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment? Can you lead a team while ensuring accuracy and compliance in HR and Payroll processes? Are you ready to make a real impact in the healthcare sector?


If you answered yes, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!


Here at GXO, we’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR & Payroll Administration Lead to manage end-to-end payroll processing and HR administration without dynamic logistics environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our colleagues are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance and driving operational excellence.


You’ll lead a small team, oversee daily HR and payroll operations, and support the full colleague lifecycle – from onboarding to offboarding. This will be based at our Rugby DC, supporting our NHS Supply Chain contract.


This is a full-time, permanent position. You’ll be working Monday to Friday, covering the hours of 09:00 till 17:00. We will consider flexible working options for the right candidate!


Pay, benefits and more:


We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £36,000 per annum and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes, a blue-light card, flexible dental insurance plans, a company sponsored pension scheme, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!


What you’ll do on a typical day:


  • Lead and coach the HR Administrators, fostering engagement and development
  • Manage monthly payroll submissions and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations
  • Oversee HR Administration including employee records, policy queries, and reporting
  • Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions
  • Drive continuous improvement processes and service delivery


What you need to succeed at GXO:


  • CIPL level 5 qualified or working towards this
  • Previous experience in Payroll and HR transactional leadership
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Knowledge of time and attendance systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Work, Outlook)


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