Payroll, Benefits and People Administration Manager

ABOUT BERKELEY CAPITAL

Berkeley Homes Capital is the largest division in Berkeley Group, a FTSE 100 homebuilder. We focus on large-scale brownfield regeneration projects in London, stitching these vast and isolated spaces back into the local fabric, bringing them to life with the right mix of homes, amenities, natural landscapes and open spaces.

Our award-winning developments include some of the country’s best-known long-term regeneration projects, such as Woodberry Down, Kidbrooke Village and Royal Arsenal Riverside. Our sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhoods are designed in partnership with local communities, delivering the amenities and opportunities they value most, and ensuring they benefit first from regeneration.

As a business we are committed to fostering a positive working environment, where our people feel valued, empowered and able to grow. At Berkeley Homes Capital, our core values define who we are and guide everything we do:

• Have Integrity: We always do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
• Respect People: We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual is valued and feels empowered.
• Think Creatively: We encourage innovation and challenge the status quo to drive improvement and find better solutions.
• Excellence Through Detail: Precision and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we build and deliver.
• Be Passionate: We take pride in our work and are deeply committed to the success of our projects and teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Payroll, Benefits and People Administration Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth administration of payroll, employee benefits and People processes and work closely with the Head of People on producing HR reports.

You will be the go-to person for payroll accuracy, benefits management and provide support to the People Team, ensuring a seamless employee experience across all People functions. You will enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues.

This role is ideal for someone who communicates effectively, supports their colleagues, is very organised, has attention to detail and is ready to make a difference.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Payroll Administration

• Collate accurate and timely payroll reports ready for submission to Group payroll.
• Verify timekeeping records and manage any discrepancies and corrections.
• Handle payroll queries related to pay, tax, deductions and other payroll-related matters and resolve any issues.
• Ensure all payroll records are maintained and updated regularly, including changes in salary, bonuses, and employee status.
• Coordinate with Finance and Group Payroll to ensure proper payroll execution.
• Support the Head of People to monitor pay equity reporting.
• Be the divisional lead for the implementation of payroll software.

Benefits Administration

• Manage the administration of employee benefits and ensure enrolment and processing.
• Assist employees with benefit related questions and changes.
• Liaise with benefits providers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and resolve any issues. Monitor and update employee records.

People Administration

• Support with the onboarding process, including setting up new hires in payroll and the benefits systems.
• Assist with People reporting, data management, and compliance tracking such as leave management, employee status changes.
• Maintain employee records in HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Draft and issue contracts, send starter documents, write letters.
• Share ownership of people’s mailbox responding quickly and delivering on commitments.
• Any other reasonable duties required by the People Business Partners and Head of People.
• To uphold the company values of Integrity, Creativity, Excellence, Passion and Respect for People.

HR Reporting

• To produce HR reports around People KPIs and pay equity.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, or similar HR roles.
• Understanding of payroll regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of HR principles and practices preferred.
• CIPD Level 3 or similar industry qualification is preferred.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and excellent Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS etc).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND YOUR (up-to-date) CV AND COVER LETTER to: george.belle@hackney.gov.uk

Your cover letter should cover the below points:

1. What you are applying for and why.
2. Why do you want to work for Berkeley Homes Capital?
3. What qualifications do you already hold that are relevant for this role?
4. What SKILLS and ATTRIBUTES do have that are relevant for this role? (please refer to the candidate requirements listed above).
5. What personal qualities do you have that will be useful for this position?