Payroll & HR Services Advisor – up to 12 month FTC Maternity Cover – Hybrid working

Role Responsibility Online and in-stores across the country, our experts are bringing customers’ dreams to life. To continue being the best at what we do, we need the very best people. The big dreamers, go-getters and team players who thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments. With over 30 years at the forefront of an ever-evolving industry, we’re always looking for new ways to improve. Embracing new ideas and offering flexible solutions, both digitally and in-store to delight our customers, enhance their shopping experience and inspire our colleagues. And our work is only just beginning. It's not just our customers that we want to keep smiling, it’s our people too. As an employer pf choice, we strive to create an environment where colleagues have a fantastic experience. By joining the team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the continued development or our people and the business. Payroll and HR Services Advisor – up to 12 month FTC Maternity Cover – Hybrid working - Purfleet, Essex We are currently recruiting for a HR Services Advisor to join our HR team at Carpetright. You will assist in providing HR & Payroll administration support to our colleagues across Carpetright. We are the UK's largest retailer of carpets, flooring and beds and for over 30 years, we’ve helped people transform their homes through finding the flooring that’s right for their lifestyle. We have exciting growth plans and we would love for you to be a part of it! What you will be doing: Completion and distribution of all new starter paperwork. Accurately inputting new starter details onto the HR/Payroll system & HR related systems. Ensure that all contractual amendments are accurately entered onto the system and a new contract of employment is sent. Manage the probationary period process including all related administration and to liaise with the HR Business Partners and/or HR Advisor. Ensure that the leaver process is managed effectively to minimise overpayments. Liaise with Government bodies to ensure payments and/or deductions are made accurately. Carry out administrative tasks including general department scanning, ex-employee references and answering the telephone to assist all the HR/Payroll teams. Give advice and educate colleagues on HR/Payroll related systems. What we are looking for: Previous experience in Payroll is essential. Experience in MS Office, Outlook, Word and Excel to intermediate level is essential Ability to prioritise and manage your time effectively. Ability to work well as an individual and as part of a team working effectively under pressure. Excellent communication and organisational skills.