Payroll Administrator

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established international business to recruit a Payroll Administrator into their shared services finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a respected organisation with a strong reputation and a collaborative culture.

Key responsibilities

• Support the end‑to‑end processing of monthly UK payrolls, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process statutory payroll submissions and assist with legislative reporting requirements.
• Maintain payroll records, deductions, third‑party payments and perform reconciliations.
• Administer pension processes and ensure timely, accurate submissions.
• Assist with year‑end payroll activities, including statutory reporting.
• Respond to payroll‑related queries from employees and managers.
• Support internal controls, audit requirements and payroll compliance.
• Provide assistance with overseas payroll administration when required.

Required profile

• Previous payroll administration experience.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NIC and RTI requirements.
• Experience managing payroll records, deductions and pension administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and professional handling of confidential information.

Required skills

• Excel
• Payroll systems

What we offer

• Salary up to £35,000 per annum.
• Full‑time permanent role, 37 hours per week.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
• Private medical cover and company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing international organisation.
• Exposure to both UK and international payroll operations.
• Supportive team environment with development opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (office‑based two days per week).