Overview
We’re looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our passionate People team and help ensure every Screwfix colleague is paid accurately and on time. You’ll act as the main point of contact for payroll enquiries across our Trade Counters, Head Office, and Contact Centre—delivering a first-class, customer-focused service.
At Screwfix, we believe happy, fulfilled colleagues create a stronger business. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that works for you—combining flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability with opportunities to thrive.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy the best of both worlds: Our hybrid working offering includes face-to-face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life’s priorities, whether it’s the school run or personal time.
Belonging & Growth:
From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We’re proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll thrive here
Sustainability That Matters:
We’re committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we’re proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.
Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.
Responsibilities
What you’ll be doing
1. Manage the Payroll shared mailbox and ensure timely responses within agreed SLAs.
2. Process all aspects of payroll including starters, leavers, amendments, tax code changes, statutory payments, loans, and adjustments.
3. Set up and maintain Court Orders, SIP & Sharesave, childcare vouchers, and pensions (including Auto Enrolment and Opt-ins).
4. Reconcile and oversee the flow of pension data to our Pension Administrator.
5. Advise managers on best practice for maintaining SAP Time and ensure compliance with internal controls and the Group Financial Reporting Manual.
6. Support internal and external audits.
7. Identify and drive opportunities for continuous improvement in line with Screwfix Smart Working initiatives.
8. For Ireland & Isle of Man: Extracting data from our workforce management system Rotageek to liaise with our external payroll provider.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for
9. Previous experience within Payroll Services, with solid knowledge of statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, PAYE, NI).
10. Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across teams and with third parties (including HMRC).
11. Intermediate Excel skills as a minimum.
12. SAP HR knowledge would be an advantage.
Why Screwfix?
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid working with flexible hours—perfect for fitting around school runs, appointments, and personal time.
Belonging & Growth: From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your development. We champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger.
Sustainability That Matters: We’re committed to a greener future—reducing carbon emissions, using sustainable packaging, and making a real difference for our planet.
We believe in equity for all.