About the role Audit Wales is looking to recruit an experienced People and Payroll Officer to join our HR Team on a temporary basis to cover a period of maternity leave.
This role is Cardiff‑based, with the option to work remotely.
This role will deliver transactional and administrative HR and Payroll support to staff across Audit Wales.
You will ensure employee records and payroll activities are accurate, timely and compliant with policy, supporting with routine reporting and data requests as required.
The role also supports HR system updates and maintenance, security and vetting processes, and contributes to continuous service improvement while working collaboratively with colleagues across Audit Wales.
Who are Audit Wales Audit Wales is the independent public sector audit body within Wales.
We hold a unique position within the Welsh public sector, where our role is to: Assure the people of Wales that public money is being managed well through our annual audit of public sector accounts.
Explain how public money is being used and how it meets people’s needs through our Value for Money studies.
Inspire and empower those with whom we work to continuously improve by sharing initiatives and best practice.
Working for us Audit Wales is a dynamic and friendly place to work, with an incredibly supportive culture.
We’re passionate about working with the Welsh public sector and making a difference to local communities.
We are growing a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we work in and the skills, experiences, and perspectives they offer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
We are also a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role.
What it’s like to work in the HR team The HR team is at the heart of the organisation and making a real difference to people’s day‑to‑day experience at work.
The team is collaborative, supportive, and practical, balancing the needs of employees and the business while handling sensitive matters with care and professionalism.
No two days are the same, and your role will provide a strong sense of purpose in helping colleagues feel supported, informed, and valued throughout their employment.
Our Assessment Process If you are interested in applying for this role, please be aware that your application will be screened to determine suitability to progress to interview and assessment.
The screening stages and subsequent interview and assessment will review these criteria.
Please ensure you meet all criteria stated as essential and ticked on the sift sheet to support your application progressing to interview.
Find out more You can find out more about the responsibilities, skills and experience required for the role in the job description.
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sabrina Smith, HR Systems and Payroll Specialist on 029 2032 0500. Closing date for applications is midnight on 31st May 2026. All assessments and interviews will be held at 1, Capital Quarter, Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ or alternatively, we may accommodate a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9th June 2026. When applying online please remember to press the continue button following submission of your application
- once you have done this you will receive an acknowledgement to confirm your application has been submitted.
If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please contact our Human Resources Team immediately on 02920 320500 or via HRandPayrollaudit.wales We welcome applications that may be submitted in Welsh; an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Please also note, we are not able to sponsor work visas.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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