About this role
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location: Remote with 1-2 days per month in either Derby or Leicester office
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to take ownership of payroll operations and employee benefits administration within a growing organisation.
This is a varied and rewarding role that combines end-to-end payroll processing with benefits administration, company car fleet management, expenses oversight and systems governance. Working closely with HR, Finance and external providers, you will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies.
This position offers a predominantly remote working arrangement, with attendance required in either the Derby or Leicester office just 1-2 days per month.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll
Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Process payroll using IRIS Payroll and associated systems.Administer starters, leavers, promotions, salary increases and contractual changes.Process SSP, SMP, SPP and other statutory payments.Ensure accurate PAYE, National Insurance, pension and statutory deductions.Complete HMRC submissions and associated payroll reporting requirements.Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies.Prepare payroll journals and support month-end and year-end processes.Support annual payroll activities including P60s, P11Ds, Class 1A NICs and PSA reporting.Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries.Produce payroll reporting and management information. Benefits Administration
Administer employee benefits including private medical insurance, pension schemes, life assurance, income protection and salary sacrifice arrangements.Maintain accurate benefit records and payroll deductions.Manage Benefit-in-Kind calculations and reporting.Liaise with providers, brokers and internal stakeholders.Support annual renewals, audits and benefits reporting requirements. Company Car & Fleet Management
Manage company vehicle fleet administration and records.Coordinate vehicle allocations, renewals, replacements and disposals.Maintain fleet compliance documentation, including insurance, MOTs and servicing schedules.Administer company car Benefit-in-Kind reporting.Monitor fuel card administration and vehicle cost reporting. Expenses Administration
Review and process employee expense claims.Ensure compliance with company policies and HMRC regulations.Reconcile expenses against payroll and finance records.Resolve employee expense queries and support periodic audits. Systems & Continuous Improvement
Maintain payroll system integrity and data accuracy.Support system upgrades, testing and process improvements.Develop and maintain payroll procedures and documentation.Drive efficiencies, automation and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure GDPR compliance and secure handling of employee information. About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Extensive end-to-end UK payroll experience.Strong technical knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments.Experience using IRIS Payroll and HR systems.Experience administering employee benefits and Benefit-in-Kind reporting.Experience managing company car schemes and fleet administration.Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Experience working closely with HR, Finance and external providers.CIPP qualification preferred, although qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered. Benefits
Salary of £42,000 - £45,000Predominantly remote working1-2 office visits per month in Derby or LeicesterBroad and varied role with genuine ownershipOpportunity to work closely with HR and Finance teamsSupportive and collaborative working environment If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a broad Payroll & Benefits position with excellent flexibility and responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.