About this role
The Role
As a Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 1,000 employees. Working closely with the Payroll & Benefits Manager, you will contribute to a reliable and customer-focused payroll function, while supporting benefits administration and ongoing process improvements.
The role is offered on a part time basis of 25 hours per week, to be worked over 5 days, with 2 days per week in the office.
Key Responsibilities
Support the accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll, including starters, leavers and contractual changesAdminister statutory payments, pensions and employee benefits in line with UK legislationSource, collate and verify payroll data from multiple systems and sources, ensuring information is accurate, complete and consistentValidate payroll data, carry out thorough checks, and support reconciliations and reporting, investigating discrepancies and escalating issues where neededMaintain accurate records and ensure compliance with GDPR and company policiesRespond to payroll queries and collaborate with internal teams and external providersContribute to annual reward processes and continuous improvement of payroll practices Previous payroll experience with a solid understanding of UK payroll legislationStrong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills, with a methodical approach to checking your own work before submissionAdvanced Excel skills are essential, alongside proven experience using payroll/HR and other internal systemsAbility to work confidently across multiple platforms, collating and cross-checking data from different sourcesAbility to learn new systems and processes quicklyEffective communicator with a customer-focused approachDiscreet, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement(A CIPP qualification or willingness to study towards one is advantageous.)
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation supporting the energy transitionWork within a collaborative and supportive People teamGain exposure to payroll, benefits, and reward processesOpportunity to contribute to process improvements and team developmentFlexible, hybrid working environmentNOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.