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People Services Administrator

08/01/2025
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Job Description

DB Cargo UK is currently recruiting for a People Services Administrator to support our Payroll and Employee Change Services at Doncaster on a 12 month fixed term contract.

As a People Services Administrator you’ll be part of the HR Shared Services team (HRSS) to provide a professional, high quality, timely, customer focused service to key stakeholders and internal and external customers.

Our HR function at DB Cargo UK is multifaceted. We have our Operational team who are field based and support line managers and employees directly with any employee relations matters. Our Shared Services team manage all transactional and administrational requirements including payroll; and our Talent Management function – responsible for the recruitment and development of our colleagues.


What will you be doing?

Oversee the shared Payroll and Employee Change email inbox, appropriately responding to queries.

Process overtime and expenses for all employees accurately and on time

Maintain and update employee records in the HR Information System, ensuring all data is current and accurate.

Conduct data entry tasks related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.

Collaborate with the Human Resources department to ensure alignment on employee status changes, new hires, and terminations.

Analyse payroll data to identify discrepancies or issues, providing solutions as necessary.

Stay informed about changes in employment legislation that may affect payroll processing.


What are we looking for?

Proven experience as a Payroll/HR Administrator, or similar role in a HR environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Knowledge and understanding of GDPR Legislation.

Familiarity with Workday (HRIS) and ADP (Payroll System) is advantageous.

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Experience with data entry and maintaining accurate records within an HRIS system.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise effectively with employees at all levels.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.


What matters to you?

Here at DB Cargo we offer range of benefits as part of your employment. These will include:

We offer a starting salary of £25,204 per annum rising to £26,755 when competent within the role.

35 hours per week

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

** Hybrid working between our locations and your home, this is mutually agreeable between the business and employee – role dependant

Defined Contribution pension scheme with generous employer contribution – up to 10% employer contribution

Free on-site parking

EV charging at selected sites

Health Cash Plan Available

Cycle to work Scheme

Manager led recognition programme for employees who live our values

Access to DB Learning world

Annual pay reviews

We are dedicated to your continuous professional development. Depending on your role we have specialist training programs, apprenticeships, development plans, courses and qualifications we can support you through.

Access to our employee benefits portal where you can take advantage of discounts for a variety of shops and services as well as accessing our wellbeing content

We take the health and wellbeing of all employees seriously and provide access to an Employee Assistance Programme