Are you looking to grow your career in bothPayroll and HRwith a well known hospitality group that values its people?The Mercantile Group, one of Irelands leading hospitality groups, is seeking aHR Assistant & Payroll Administratorto join our head office team in Dublin. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a dual role where youll manage weekly payroll and support the HR function across a group of 500 employees and 8 iconic venues, includingCafé en Seine,Whelans,The George,NoLIta,Opium,Pichet, andThe Mercantile Hotel.Youll be working closely with and reporting to theHR Manager, as part of a small, hands on team of two.About The RoleThis is adual rolewith structured payroll responsibilities and varied HR support duties throughout the week.Payroll Responsibilities (MondayWednesday Focus)You will be fully responsible for managing the weekly payroll process for 500+ employees across multiple venues, usingSage PayrollandBizimplytimekeeping software. Duties include:Collecting and verifying weekly timesheets and rosters from venue managers using Bizimply.Ensuring compliance with working hours, breaks, and wage agreements.Processing payroll each week in Sage PayrollManaging employee payroll records: setting up new starters, processing leavers, and updating pay details.Reconciling payroll reports and providing weekly reports to Finance.Responding to employee payroll queries promptly and professionally.Ensuringfull compliance with Revenue regulations, GDPR, and employment law.Youll work independently on payroll, with the support of the HR Manager where needed.HR Responsibilities (WednesdayFriday Focus)After payroll is complete, youll assist theHR Managerin supporting employees and maintaining HR processes across the business. Duties include:Assisting with employee queries on policies, entitlements, and general HR matters.Supporting recruitment admin (scheduling interviews, reference checks, onboarding documents).Helping with training coordination, internal communications, and employee engagement.Maintaining up-to-date digital and physical personnel files.Supporting compliance with company policies, employment legislation, and audit readiness.Assisting with reportingThis is a great opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range ofgeneralist HR tasksWho This Role Would SuitThis role is ideal for someone who:Has strongpayroll experience and wants to expand into HR.Thrives in ahospitality or high-volume, fast-paced setting.Is detail-oriented, organised, and proactive.Enjoys working with people and being part of a small, close-knit team.Is comfortable managing confidential information with discretion.Key RequirementsMinimum1 years experience running payroll (weekly or monthly).Proficient inSage Payroll,Microsoft Excel, andBizimply or similar timekeeping systems.Understanding of Irish employment law, payroll tax rules, and statutory entitlements.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and multitask.BenefitsOngoing training and development in payroll and HRStaff discount card for all Mercantile Group venues€99 annual roaming membership withFlyefitEAP with free counselling and wellbeing mobile appTaxSaver commuter schemeBe part of a people-first company with a great team atmosphereIf you're looking for a role that offersownership over payrolland exposure to a wide range ofHR activities, wed love to hear from you.Please note: Due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.