Payroll Administrator – Brighton – £28,000–£32,500 (DOE)
Join one of Sussex’s fastest-growing professional services teams and become part of something genuinely exciting.
Looking for a role where you can bring your payroll expertise to a thriving, ambitious, people‑first firm? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation with multiple offices across Sussex, supporting thousands of clients and making payroll look effortless (even when it isn’t!).
This is a busy, engaging role in a supportive environment that values accuracy, initiative, and a friendly, can‑do attitude.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be a key part of the payroll team, responsible for delivering a fast, accurate, and compliant payroll service for a wide range of clients. Day to day, you’ll:
* Process end‑to‑end payroll accurately and on time
* Maintain payroll records and manage statutory payments
* Handle part‑month calculations, holiday pay, P45s and more
* Liaise with clients, answering queries and clarifying calculations
* Manage client pension schemes with various providers
* Use Sage, STAR and Xero
If you love detail, deadlines, and making payroll look smooth and simple, you’ll fit right in.
What They’re Looking For
* Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
* Experience with data entry, payroll processing and record‑keeping
* Confident Excel user and generally great with systems
* Someone organised, methodical, and calm under pressure
* A great communicator who enjoys working with clients
* Able to work independently once trained
* 5 GCSEs A–C (or equivalent), including Maths and English
The Perks
This firm genuinely looks after its people and offers a brilliant benefits package, including:
* Auto‑enrolment pension
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Free flu jabs
* Flexible working options
* Birthday leave (non‑contractual)
* Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
* Social events throughout the year
* 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Location & Working Pattern
Brighton‑based (city centre). The team generally works in the office to collaborate effectively, with scope for up to two days a week working from home. Full‑time is 37.5 hours (Mon‑Fri, 9.00–17.30), but alternative patterns from 30 hours+ can be considered.
Why Join?
This is a firm with serious growth and real career prospects. They’re known for supporting internal development, celebrating homegrown talent, and creating clear progression routes for people who want to build a long‑term career.
Ready to join a forward‑thinking team where your work genuinely matters?
Send your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat.
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