An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a well‑established and highly regarded professional services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering tailored payroll solutions to a diverse client portfolio.
Working within a collaborative and supportive payroll team, you'll manage payrolls for a range of clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery. This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, thrives on attention to detail, and takes pride in providing an excellent client experience.
The Opportunity
As a Payroll Specialist, you will take ownership of payroll processing from start to finish while supporting clients with payroll‑related queries and ensuring compliance with current legislation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Processing weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and on time
- Managing payrolls from start to finish across a varied client portfolio
- Administering statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, Shared Parental Pay and Adoption Pay
- Managing BACS deadlines to ensure timely salary payments
- Maintaining accurate payroll records, checklists and processing documentation
- Liaising with HMRC and other third‑party providers when required
- Handling client queries via telephone and email in a professional and timely manner
- Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, pensions regulations and GDPR requirements
- Supporting payroll reconciliations and reporting activities
- Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of payroll and pension services
About You
We're looking for someone who brings:
- Previous payroll experience
- Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Desirable Experience
- Payroll bureau experience
- Knowledge of PayCircle and/or Cintra payroll software
- CIPP qualification or equivalent payroll qualification
What's on Offer?
In return, you'll be joining an organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers an excellent benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Profit share scheme
- 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday
- Paid flexi‑time
- Enhanced employer pension contributions
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Comprehensive wellbeing support, including online GP access and mental health resources
- Discounted gym membership
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Regular social events and team activities
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business
- Supportive, collaborative working culture
Apply Now
If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a role where you can develop your career, work with a diverse client base and become part of a friendly, high‑performing team, we'd love to hear from you.
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