Robert Half is working on behalf of a well-established organisation to recruit a permanent Payroll and Benefits Administrator for their Shared Services function based in Newcastle. This hybrid role offers a great opportunity to contribute to the smooth delivery of payroll and benefits processes across a large and diverse UK employee base. This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office and 3 days from home. The salary range for this role is £27,000 - £29,700
This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join a busy shared services team in Newcastle. You will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll and benefits services to a large and varied workforce. This hybrid role offers a strong work-life balance and exposure to a wide range of payroll and pension schemes.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Process end-to-end payroll including data input, calculations, and BACS file creation
2. Administer statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP) and manage absence records
3. Apply and maintain tax code changes, issue P45s/P60s, and submit RTI reports
4. Ensure all deductions (statutory and voluntary) are applied correctly
5. Perform payroll and benefits reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
6. Manage pension updates, auto-enrolment, and provider submissions
7. Maintain benefits portal for new starters and monthly changes
8. Support the annual benefits window, ensuring all changes are accurately recorded
9. Respond to queries from employees and HR colleagues with professionalism and accuracy
Requirements:
10. Previous experience in payroll and benefits processing
11. Strong knowledge of current UK payroll legislation
12. High level of attention to detail and accuracy
13. Strong communication and collaboration skills
14. Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.