DRVN Automotive Group
Payroll & HR Assistant

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We are looking for a detail-oriented and organised Payroll Assistant to join our Payroll team. Supporting a diverse group of businesses, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate employee records, assisting with payroll processing, and providing day-to-day HR administrative support.
Working closely with the Payroll Manager, you will help ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time by checking timesheets, monitoring absences, maintaining employee records, and liaising with managers and employees to resolve any discrepancies.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working in a varied and fast-paced environment where accuracy and confidentiality are essential.
Overview of the Role
- Salary: £29,000 - £31,000
- 30 days annual leave
- An additional day's holiday for each completed year of service (up to 5 extra days)
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional days' annual leave
- Company pension scheme
- Permanent, full-time position based in Perth, Scotland
Company Overview
We are a leading privately owned group of diverse businesses operating throughout Scotland and the UK. With over 50 years of sustained organic growth, the group has built an outstanding reputation across a broad range of industries including automotive manufacturing, construction, technical consultancy, composite manufacturing, property investment and land development, mechanical, heating, plumbing and electrical services, renewable technologies, software development, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and process onboarding documentation, ensuring all signed offer letters, contracts of employment and new starter paperwork are received and accurately recorded.
- Maintain accurate employee and payroll records, following up on any outstanding documentation.
- Support the Payroll Manager with the weekly and monthly payroll processes.
- Collate, review and validate weekly and monthly timesheets, investigating and resolving discrepancies with employees and managers.
- Ensure employee absences are accurately recorded within HR and payroll systems in line with company procedures.
- Produce reports for managers and directors as required.
- Assist with employee asset management.
- Administer workplace pension processes, including cyclical auto-enrolment and re-enrolment.
- Provide general HR and payroll administration and support with ad hoc projects as required.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Minimum 1 year's payroll experience (essential).
- Previous experience using Sage 50 Payroll (preferred).
- Excellent attention to detail with a high level of numerical accuracy.
- Experience of workplace pension administration (preferred).
- Good working knowledge of statutory payments.
- Sound understanding of GDPR and the importance of handling confidential information appropriately.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues proactively.
- Professional, trustworthy and able to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.
- A positive, flexible approach and pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.


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Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Right-to-work checks will be carried out in accordance with Home Office requirements.
Equality & Inclusion Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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