People & Payroll Administrator

We own and manage c.7,500 homes in the east of England, working closely with other agencies and stakeholders within our communities. We build on the good foundations we have in place in being a customer-centric organisation, investing in our existing homes - including our zero-carbon journey - as well as building new homes.

We've also concluded a review of how we work in the future, with options around home and office flexible working, as well as a generous annual leave allowance and other benefits.

Here at Havebury Housing, we are looking for a People and Payroll Administrator to join our fantastic People Team! The purpose of this role is to assist the People Team in providing comprehensive administrative support for People Operations and Payroll functions with a focus on offering an exceptional People experience. This position is a new role and would be ideal if you are self-reliant with a structured methodical approach, and a desire to achieve results.

Requirements

Outline of Key Responsibilities

• Own and process HR administrative tasks i.e. co-ordination of new starter process, booking of training, general confidential correspondence, probation reviews, responding to reference requests, DBS renewals, maintenance of vehicle-related documents
• Monitor the both the People and Payroll inbox, handling general enquiries or communicating to the appropriate person where appropriate in a timely manner
• Monitor the People inbox on our 8X8 telephone system, ensuring that voicemails are responded and dealt with in a timely manner
• Assist with payroll administration tasks such as overtime process, expenses and third-party payments and liaison with internal and external parties
• Coordinate the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave management

We are looking for someone who has

• CIPD level 3 or equivalent
• Proven work experience as an HR Administrator/Payroll Administrator?or relevant role
• Payroll administration experience
• Computer literacy (MS Office applications, in particular)
• Excellent organisational skills, with an ability to prioritise important projects
• Strong phone, email and in-person communication skills

Benefits

In return, we are offering

• An annual salary of GBP26,143.00
• We are committed to providing a healthy work-life balance for employees and their families, as such we operate full hybrid working conditions from home and our office in Bury St Edmunds
• Flexible working around a 37 hour week
• Annual Leave - 28 days per year, (plus bank holidays) increasing to 32 days when you reach your 3rd year with us. To give greater flexibility around your holidays you can also buy, sell or carry over up to 5 days of annual leave each year
• Pension - between 5% - 10% dependant on individual contribution
• Life assurance - a payment of X3 your salary.
• Annual Flu Jab - provided each winter to all employees.
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme - plus we currently have free electric charging points
• Competitive medical cashback plan

"At Havebury we operate a no closing date policy and evaluate candidates upon application. Therefore, please apply without delay."

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.