Contract: 12 month fixed term
Location: Bristol, hybrid
Competitive Salary | Clear Career Progression | Flexible Working
We're looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team in Bristol to play a vital role in ensuring our people are paid accurately, compliantly, and on time. This is an opportunity to develop your expertise within a business that actively supports career progression and professional development.
Welcome to First Bus
Hello. First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.
About the role
You'll be responsible for delivering accurate weekly and monthly payrolls, maintaining compliance with statutory regulations, and acting as a trusted point of contact for payroll-related queries.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-end processing of weekly and monthly payroll accurately
Administer new starters, leavers, contractual changes and pay progression updates
Manage statutory and contractual payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, ShPP, etc.)
Apply payroll deductions in line with company agreements and legislation
Complete payroll checks, test runs and final processing
Prepare BACS documentation and payroll reports
Handle payroll queries professionally and efficiently
Collaborate closely with HR, Operations and Finance teams
About you
Highly numerate with strong analytical skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Confident communicator at all levels
Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Committed to confidentiality and excellent customer service
End-to-end payroll processing experience is desirable, but not essential
Occasional flexibility around payroll deadlines will be required.
If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your career can genuinely progress — we'd love to hear from you.
Applications for this role will close Friday 6 March, however we may close the role early depending on the volume of applications.
Rewards & Benefits
Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
Cycle to work scheme
25 days' holiday + bank holidays
Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
Flexible working
We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.
Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.
Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.