At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with HR and payroll queries, ensuring smooth operations within the council.
- Company: Join West Dunbartonshire Council, a top flexible employer focused on work-life balance.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, pension scheme, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible hours and remote work options available for a balanced lifestyle.
- Why this job: Make a difference in HR while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Detail-oriented with good ICT skills; admin qualification or relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 23615 - 25674 £ per year.
This post is part-time; the salary will be pro-rata'd to the hours worked. Preferred working days are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with hours to be agreed.
West Dunbartonshire Council has an exciting opportunity for a part-time HR and Payroll Assistant to work within our Service Centre. You will provide a professional and efficient central first point of contact for general HR and payroll queries for all areas of West Dunbartonshire Council. This includes responding to managers, staff and trade union representatives on a daily basis, in line with WDC policy, current employment legislation and HR/Payroll best practice.
Our team supports the full delivery of recruitment and contractual change and manages the administration and development of an integrated HR and Payroll system. This includes a high volume of transactional processing for payroll, working to strict deadlines. You will be required to provide administrative system support to ensure the ongoing development of our HR Service with an emphasis on supporting our customers in the use of our HR Self Service System.
Good ICT skills are essential for this post and previous experience with an HR/Payroll system would be advantageous. The role requires the post holder to be detail-oriented, proactive, have excellent organisational skills, as well as accuracy for compliance with Council policies and legal requirements. Strong communication and interpersonal skills along with the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism are also necessary.
Administration related qualifications such as an SVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent relevant experience in an administrative function are essential. The postholder will benefit from working within a supportive and collaborative HR and Payroll working environment, with flexible working hours and remote work options available.
The preferred candidate will be required to complete a Level 1 Disclosure check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council. The Individual WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work-life balance.
In addition to this, there are also additional benefits:
- Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
- A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days, as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
- Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health
HR & Payroll Assistant (Part-Time) - WDN06615 employer: West Dunbartonshire Council
West Dunbartonshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for the HR & Payroll Assistant role. With flexible working hours, remote work options, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Additionally, the council provides generous benefits such as access to the Local Government pension scheme, substantial annual leave, and comprehensive employee wellbeing support, making it an attractive place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
West Dunbartonshire Council Recruitment Team
