6 month FTC post £50-55k per annum Hybrid working Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join their busy team on a 6-month FTC basis Duties include; Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees on a monthly basis, from start to finish, including bacs payments. Maintain payroll records, including timesheets, wage calculations, and deductions, checking and completing manual calculations. Ensure compliance with tax laws, labour regulations, and company policies. Handle payroll queries from employees and resolve discrepancies. Coordinate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate employee data and accounting. Prepare reports related to payroll costs, taxes, and other financial metrics. Manage year-end processes, including issuing P60s, P45s, and other statutory documents. Administer employee benefits programs, such as pensions, health insurance, and wellness schemes. Enrol new employees in benefit plans and explain options. Maintain benefits records and ensure data accuracy. Liaise with benefit providers to manage claims, changes, and renewals. Support open enrolment periods and communicate changes to staff. Ensure compliance with benefit-related legislation (e.g., auto-enrolment, GDPR). Assist with audits and reporting related to benefits. You will have; Strong payroll processing experience from start to finish, including FPS Strong payroll legislation knowledge and ability to complete manual calculations for SMP & SSP Ideally CIPP qualified Use of an HR integrated payroll system like Midland i-Trent, Oracle, Resourcelink or SAP Benefits experience, including maintaining, updating and renewals and negotiating with providers If you have all of the above, and you are available immediately, then please apply now ! No sponsorship available for this post Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk