Payroll Administrator

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 9 May 2026
LOCATION
Middleton
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£39,000 / year
CATEGORY
Administrative
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SKILLS

Payroll processing UK payroll legislation Statutory payments Auto-Enrolment RTI submissions P11D and P60 preparation High-volume payroll Customer service

FULL DESCRIPTION

Payroll Administrator

Salary: £34000 - £39000 per annum, Benefits: Excellent Benefits

Location: Middleton

Job Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Job Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their team and help deliver accurate, compliant payroll services to both staff and clients.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Top Pension scheme
  • Sports and social events
  • Training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing staff, director, and client payrolls (weekly, monthly, quarterly) in line with UK regulations.
  • Managing statutory payments, deductions, Auto-Enrolment, RTI submissions, and third-party payments.
  • Supporting payroll compliance, including P11Ds, P60s, PSA, and related reporting.
  • Collaborating with Administration, HR, and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate payments.
  • Assisting with projects such as system upgrades and onboarding of new schemes.
  • Helping maintain and improve payroll processes and controls.
  • Escalating and resolving technical issues with relevant teams.

Essential Requirements

  • Extensive experience in running high-volume payroll
  • Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
  • Ability to handle complex payroll queries
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Experience in process improvement, including documentation and problem-solving.
  • Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Positive, proactive, and adaptable attitude

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