Job Title: Assistant HR OfficerStarting Salary: £27,694 opportunity to progress to £31,022 per annum (pro rata for part time)Hours: 37Location: Stevenage - Office based whilst trainingContract Type: Fixed Term - end date Directorate: ResourcesAbout the teamThis is an exciting opportunity to join the Transactions Management Team.as an Assistant HR Officer supporting the delivery of a consistent, high-quality payroll and contract production service to council departments and traded companies.This role forms part of an experienced, dedicated team, who work in a fast-paced environment.About the roleA key part of this role is the processing of payroll changes in the SAP system including new starters and contractual changes to terms and conditions. The role also involves producing contracts of employment and contract variation letters for employees.The successful candidate will be responsible for their own allocation of a council department, including managing the inbox and handling all work relating to this area, as well as working with the wider the team and supporting colleagues to ensure important payroll deadlines are met. In addition, all system changes will be checked by carrying out a validation exercise.The role will also require involvement in the monthly net pay checking before the final payroll signoff, responding to queries through email, phone, and a query management portal.You will work closely with colleagues across the wider HR and Payroll Team to ensure importan