Our client, a reputable organisation committed to employee wellbeing and professional growth, is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team based in Colchester, Essex. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility with an initial full‑time office presence during the probation period.
Responsibilities
* Process payroll across multiple locations in the UK, Northern Ireland, and the Channel Islands for approximately 3,000 employees.
* Verify and process new starters, leavers, and data amendments such as salary adjustments, commissions, and bonuses.
* Generate, analyse and distribute payroll and benefits reports.
* Maintain and update spreadsheets, databases and payroll records to ensure accuracy.
* Provide guidance and support to colleagues regarding pay and benefits inquiries.
* Ensure compliance with statutory payroll requirements, including tax, national insurance, pensions and statutory payments.
* Understand and apply legislation related to statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity and company sick pay.
* Administer employee benefits programmes, including pensions, private medical insurance and flexible benefits.
* Perform ad hoc payroll and benefits duties as required.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a payroll or HR environment.
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Excellent communication skills for handling employee queries effectively.
* Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.
* Residence within a commutable distance to Colchester.
Benefits
* Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum.
* 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, with an option to purchase or sell holiday days.
* Pension scheme and life assurance.
* Access to employee discounts and privileges, including vehicle schemes and service discounts.
* One paid charity volunteering day each year.
* Perks at Work discount website access.
* Hybrid working model (initially full‑time in the office for the first 3 months).
* Supportive team environment focusing on compliance, integrity and employee wellbeing.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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