Purpose: As Payroll Administrator you will play a key role in the preparation of monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. You will also support the HR administrative function and wider People team by maintaining employee records, assisting with onboarding and offboarding processes, and responding to payroll. Additionally, you will help ensure that all payroll and HR activities are aligned with company policies and relevant legislation, contributing to the smooth and efficient running of the People function. Duties and Responsibilities: The day-to-day duties and responsibilities include: First point of contact with department managers to ensure all exceptions are cleared daily in the T&A system Calculation of all data required for payroll e.g. employee deductions, shift premium payments, holiday pay adjustments, unpaid absence deductions & statutory payments (SSP, SMP) Collation & submission of required data to payroll bureau in line with monthly bureau deadlines Review of payroll bureau calculations by employee to ensure accuracy and completeness of net pay Resolving any payroll errors and queries raised by employees Assisting with the processing and documentation of employee benefits Maintaining all systems for new starters and leavers Compiling and maintaining paper, digital and electronic employee records, including holiday and sickness absence, training and H&S documentation Assisting with documentation for first day inductions and issuing uniforms and PPE Assisting fire safety procedures, conducting regular fire alarm tests and drills. Arranging meetings, meeting resources, lunches, travel and accommodation when required Supporting people related training programmes, workshops and meetings Providing general admin support to the People team on a regular basis Personal attributes: Sound practical experience of payroll process – Essential Ability to communicate to a high level of emotional intelligence and people skills Attention to detail with a passion for payroll Able to cope with balancing many demands and deliver under pressure Team player & able to collaborate with and get the best from others Proficient IT skills including or Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint) Benefits: Discounted petrol & staff discount on parts After Probation Period: Health Cash Plan with Health Shield, Critical Illness cover with Unum, Death in Service, Family Day, Community Volunteer Day Additional holiday after 3 years’ service and pension contribution increases after 5 years.