Job Title – Senior Payroll Administrator
Location – Cumbernauld, fully office based.
Hours – Full time, Mon-Fri
About Optical Express
As the UK’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.
Optical Express gives patients their very best results through investing in state of the art technology, employing experienced, highly skilled surgeons and optometrists, continuously analysing clinical outcomes and working with pioneers and innovators from within the industry, to include Johnson & Johnson Vision and Zeiss.
Senior Payroll Administrator, you’ll be responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll processes for a diverse employee base. You will act as the subject matter expert for all payroll-related queries and play a key role in improving processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic HR and finance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage and process multiple monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule
2. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and internal policies
3. Oversee pension contributions, benefits, deductions, and statutory payments
4. Reconcile payroll reports and liaise with Finance for month-end/year-end reporting
5. Act as a point of escalation for complex payroll queries
6. Lead or support payroll audits, year-end submissions, and P11D processing
7. Contribute to continuous improvement projects and system upgrades
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a confident, detail-oriented payroll expert who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality service.
Requirements:
8. Minimum 4–5 years of end-to-end payroll experience, ideally in a senior or standalone capacity
9. Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
10. Proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel
11. Experience managing pensions, benefits, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)
12. High level of accuracy and attention to detail
13. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
14. CIPP qualification (or working towards) is desirable