Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Location: Amesbury, Wiltshire – 3 days per week onsite

Salary: £27,000 pa - £30,000 pa DOE.

Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

About the role

We are working with a leading UK organisation to recruit a Payroll Administrator to join their Employee Services team based in Amesbury.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous payroll experience who enjoys working in a customer-focused environment and is looking to develop their career within a large, established organisation. You will provide day-to-day payroll and employee services support, helping to ensure payroll is processed accurately, on time and in line with relevant legislation and company procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Provide first-line payroll support to employees via phone, email and the Employee Services Helpdesk.
• Deliver a high level of customer service to all employees and internal customers.
• Support the administration and processing of three different payrolls.
• Process payroll files in line with agreed payroll schedules and cut-off dates.
• Ensure payroll activities comply with HMRC requirements and internal payroll policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with GDPR and organisational policies when handling sensitive employee information.
• Liaise with relevant third parties and external providers where required.
• Investigate and resolve payroll queries accurately and efficiently.
• Support the wider Employee Services team with planned and ad-hoc activities as required.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience working within payroll.
• A good understanding of payroll processes and HMRC requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work to deadlines and payroll cut-offs.
• CIPP certification or currently working towards CIPP certification.
• A proactive and reliable approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the organisation and role, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance .

What’s on offer?

• Hybrid working with 3 days per week onsite in Amesbury .
• Opportunity to join a well-established UK organisation.
• Career development within Employee Services and Payroll.
• One-stage interview process.