Job Title: Payroll Analyst (Part-Time, Temporary) Contract: 6-Month Minimum (Possible Extension) Schedule: 4 Days per Week Location: Cannon Street, London Hourly Rate: £16-18per hour Working Pattern: 3 Days Remote, 1 Day Office-Based (flexibility needed for meetings) Hours: 9:30am – 5:30pm Overview A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Analyst / Administrator to join a busy HR and Payroll team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone looking to work part-time with flexibility and contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Maintain and check all variable payroll data in iTrent (HR system) and Darwin (benefits platform) for starters, leavers, and employee changes. Ensure all payroll process checks and validation procedures are followed each month. Conduct ongoing audits and analysis of payroll reports, including ledger postings, starter/leaver checks, and ensuring compliance with tax and award regulations. Process and verify P45s, tax code changes, absence adjustments, KIT day payments, NMW checks, PSA reports, and bonus imports. Provide international payroll information where required. Support timely resolution of payroll and pay-related queries. Assist with Year End tasks such as compiling data for P11D, P60s, and PAYE settlements in collaboration with the outsourced provider. Support HR initiatives, such as new service rollouts, system upgrades, and process improvements. Handle confidential data in line with strict data security protocols. Collaborate with the HR Service Desk and Systems team to maintain accurate payroll and employee data. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Proven experience in payroll administration or analysis. Payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP ) preferred but not essential. Confident IT user with understanding of payroll and benefits systems (iTrent experience a bonus). Strong attention to detail, analytical and numeracy skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to create and update policies and procedures. Approachable, customer-focused style and ability to work to tight deadlines.