💼 Payroll Administrator

📍 Location: [Insert Location]
🕒 Full Time | Permanent
👤 Reporting to: Payroll Manager

About the Role

We're looking for a detail-focused and customer-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our Payroll team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in payroll. You'll play a key role in supporting the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services across the business, working closely with Payroll, HR Operations and employees to ensure payroll records are maintained correctly.

If you're organised, enjoy administration, and have a keen eye for detail, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

✅ Processing sickness and absence information in line with company policy and payroll deadlines

✅ Supporting the payroll team with the administration of weekly and monthly payrolls

✅ Managing payroll queries through our case management system and responding within agreed service levels

✅ Processing new starter information accurately and efficiently

✅ Working closely with HR Operations to ensure payroll records are up to date

✅ Maintaining accurate employee payroll records and documentation

✅ Supporting payroll reporting activities, including ONS and GAYE reporting

✅ Assisting with payroll projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

Essential

✅ Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

✅ Strong organisational and administrative skills

✅ Good written and verbal communication skills

✅ Ability to manage confidential information professionally

✅ Strong customer service skills

✅ Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel

✅ Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities

✅ GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics

Desirable

⭐ Previous experience within payroll, HR, finance or administration

⭐ General understanding of payroll processes and legislation

⭐ Experience using payroll or case management systems

⭐ CIPP Payroll Technician qualification or willingness to work towards one

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who is:

• Organised and proactive
• Eager to learn and develop
• Customer focused
• Reliable and dependable
• A strong team player
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about delivering a great service

Why Join Us?

At Wates, you'll be part of a supportive team where development is encouraged and your contribution is valued. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build your payroll knowledge and gain experience within a large and successful organisation.

If you're looking to start your career in payroll or take the next step in your administrative career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join our Payroll team. 🚀