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Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are recruiting a Finance Manager with a manufacturing SME based in Swindon on a full time permanent basis. The role will involve managing a team of 2 and will have responsibility for the UK accounts, reporting into the MD. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Line management of 2 clerks.</li><li>Processing payroll to include starters and leavers.</li><li>Basic HR duties to include sending contracts.</li><li>Monthly management accounting for 2 UK subsidiaries.</li><li>Consolidation of the UK accounts.</li><li>Cash flow forecasting</li><li>Working closely with the Managing Director to report on the accounts and any anomalies.</li></ul> The ideal profile<ul><li>Extensive experience of working in an SME.</li><li>Team player, hands on.</li><li>Extensive experience of preparing management accounts.</li></ul> Benefits:<ul><li>£50,000-£60,000.</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays.</li><li>Monday - Friday 9-5:30 with potential flexibility.</li><li>Initially 5 days onsite, potential for 1 day from home after probation.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjUzOTU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-24T16:18:01Z

HR Advisor

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Contract
35000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
HR Advisor12-Month Fixed-Term ContractRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with a leading international business to recruit an experienced HR Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Swindon.Salary: Up to £42,000 (depending on experience) Location: Swindon Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home (after a 3 month probation)This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a busy and collaborative HR team, supporting managers across multiple business functions. You'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service, partnering with stakeholders to provide pragmatic advice, drive best practice and support a positive employee experience.Due to the urgency of this vacancy, applicants must be immediately available or able to start at short notice.The OpportunityThis is a true generalist HR role where no two days are the same. You'll work closely with leaders across the business, providing expert guidance on employee relations, recruitment, people processes and HR initiatives while helping to ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to ongoing projects aimed at improving processes, enhancing employee engagement and supporting wider business objectives.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees, providing practical HR advice and guidance.</li><li>Support managers with a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance and capability cases.</li><li>Manage recruitment activities from vacancy approval through to onboarding, ensuring an excellent candidate experience.</li><li>Coordinate employee lifecycle processes, including contracts, probation reviews, changes to employment and leavers.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and employment legislation.</li><li>Prepare HR reports and analyse people data to support informed business decisions.</li><li>Assist with the review and implementation of HR policies and procedures.</li><li>Support learning and development activity, employee engagement initiatives and wider people projects.</li><li>Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business to promote a positive and consistent approach to people management.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Work collaboratively with the wider HR team to deliver an efficient and professional people service.</li></ul>About YouTo be successful in this role, you'll be a proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and building strong relationships across the business.You'll bring:<ul><li>Previous experience in an HR Advisor or HR Officer role within a generalist HR environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations processes.</li><li>Experience supporting managers with a wide range of HR matters.</li><li>Recruitment and onboarding experience.</li><li>Confidence managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.</li><li>A professional, confidential and customer-focused approach.</li><li>CIPD Level 3 qualification as a minimum.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>CIPD Level 5 qualification or studying towards it.</li><li>Experience contributing to HR projects or organisational change.</li><li>Experience producing HR reports and analysing people data.</li><li>Experience delivering training or coaching managers.</li><li>Experience improving HR processes or implementing new initiatives.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>Salary up to £42,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working model with 3 days in the Swindon office and 2 days from home.</li><li>The opportunity to join a successful international organisation with a supportive and collaborative culture.</li><li>A varied HR role with genuine responsibility and exposure across the full employee lifecycle.</li><li>The opportunity to contribute to business improvement projects and develop your HR career.</li><li>Immediate start available for candidates who can commence work at short notice.</li></ul>If you're an experienced HR professional looking for your next contract opportunity and are available to start quickly, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMzE4NjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-07T09:23:12Z

Payroll Manager

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Payroll & Benefits Specialist</h1>Location: Hybrid - Thames Valley region (3 days office / 2 days home per week)Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum<h2>About the Company</h2>We are a growing international technology business delivering cloud-based software solutions that help organisations improve financial control, efficiency and business performance. We support customers across a range of sectors and are committed to innovation and excellent service.<h2>Job Purpose</h2>We are seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to manage the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of payroll and employee benefits across our international workforce.The role combines payroll processing with benefits and pension administration, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while meeting all statutory and reporting requirements. Working closely with HR, Finance and external providers, you will drive process improvements and maintain strong payroll controls.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Payroll Operations & Compliance</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage the monthly payroll process for approximately 150 employees.</li><li>Process salaries, commissions, bonuses, expenses, statutory payments and deductions accurately and on schedule.</li><li>Coordinate payroll activities across multiple countries through local payroll providers.</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, RTI submissions and pension auto-enrolment requirements.</li><li>Manage payroll administration for starters, leavers and employee changes.</li><li>Process year-end activities and act as the main contact for payroll queries.</li></ul><h3>Benefits, Pensions & Reward Administration</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Administer employee benefits, pensions, private medical insurance, life assurance and salary sacrifice schemes.</li><li>Manage enrolments, changes, renewals and provider relationships.</li><li>Ensure accurate pension contributions, reconciliations and member communications.</li><li>Support the review and communication of employee reward and benefits programmes.</li></ul><h3>Controls, Reporting & Process Improvement</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Maintain payroll controls, reconciliations and audit trails.</li><li>Support payroll reporting, audits and finance-related activities.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and maintain payroll documentation.</li><li>Ensure payroll and benefits data is managed securely and in line with UK GDPR requirements.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDA1NjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-18T08:31:50Z

Payroll Analyst

Didcot, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Harwell to recruit a Payroll Analyst. The Payroll Analyst will receive a salary between £45,000-£60,000 (potentially negotiable) along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working, a bonus and equity! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Manage the administration and processing of the company's monthly UK payroll and designated international payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer day-to-day employee benefits programmes and provide support for ongoing benefit plan operations.</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, taxation, employment law and relevant HR regulations, ensuring continued compliance.</li><li>Prepare year-end payroll reporting and statutory submissions.</li><li>Support SOX compliance, internal controls and audit requirements.</li><li>Participate in payroll system implementations, enhancements and reporting optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate annual payroll changes including bonuses, salary reviews, promotions and market adjustments.</li><li>Partner with Finance on budgeting, invoicing, accounting activities and other cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, including the use of automation and artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and improve the employee experience.</li><li>Manage relationships with external payroll and benefits providers to ensure high-quality service delivery.</li><li>Process tax withholdings relating to employee equity plans in partnership with the equity administration team.</li><li>Provide payroll support and act as back-up for US and other international payrolls when required.</li><li>Contribute to wider Global Rewards initiatives, supporting organisational growth and continuous improvement across payroll and benefits.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>A minimum of five years' payroll experience,</li><li>Proven UK payroll experience (essential), with exposure to global payrolls</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation and employment regulations.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.</li><li>Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>The resilience and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuODc4NTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-23T19:46:48Z