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.