Human Resources Operations Specialist

Company: Kensington Mortgages
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We’re Hiring: Payroll & HR Operations Executive (12 Months FTC)

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Monday – Friday, 09:00–17:30

About the role

We’re looking for a Payroll & HR Operations Executive to join our HR team on a 12 Months FTC to cover Maternity Leave. This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in delivering a high-quality HR operations and payroll service, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and a strong employee experience.

You’ll take ownership of payroll support, employee queries and family leave processes, while acting as a key point of expertise across HR operations, absence and compliance.

What you’ll be doing

Payroll & Benefits

• Support monthly payroll and resolve complex employee queries

• Produce post-payroll reports and manage finance queries

• Manage benefits administration, deductions and reconciliations

• Support PSA submissions, expenses and payroll improvements

HR Operations & Systems

• Maintain accurate employee records in PeopleXD

• Manage relationships with payroll and GIP providers

• Lead Group Income Protection cases end-to-end

• Deliver statutory reporting including ONS surveys

• Support HR system enhancements and testing

Family Leave & Absence

• Lead end-to-end administration of family leave processes

• Manage unpaid sickness absence and non-standard cases

• Ensure consistent and compliant application of policy and legislation

Employee Relations Support

• Act as a first point of contact for HR queries

• Support HRBPs with ER casework and documentation

What we’re looking for

• Experience in HR operations and/or payroll within a complex environment

• Strong knowledge of family leave legislation and absence processes

• Experience managing payroll queries, GIP cases and non-standard scenarios

• Good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

• Experience with HR systems (PeopleXD desirable)

Why join Kensington Mortgages

Our people are at the heart of our success. We offer a supportive, flexible and inclusive environment where you can grow and thrive.

We’re committed to wellbeing, development and work life balance, and we actively celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Posted: July 1st, 2026