Payroll Administrator

CDL Personnel Ltd – Ardleigh, Colchester

CDL Personnel Ltd is looking for a reliable and organised Temporary Payroll Administrator to join our team in Ardleigh, Colchester, starting in October 2026.

Position:
Temporary Payroll Administrator

Location:

Ardleigh, Colchester

Start Date:

October 2026

Working Days:
Monday – Wednesday

Working Hours:

9:00am – 4:30pm

Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour

Contract:

Temporary

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support our team with the day-to-day processing and administration of payroll.

The successful candidate will be organised, reliable and have excellent attention to detail, with the ability to handle confidential employee information professionally.

• Processing payroll information accurately and efficiently
• Checking timesheets and hours worked
• Maintaining and updating employee records
• Assisting with payroll queries
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records
• Supporting general payroll administration
• Ensuring payroll deadlines are met
• Providing general administrative support when required

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous payroll or payroll administration experience
• Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Have good IT and Microsoft Office skills
• Be confident handling confidential information
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be reliable and professional
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience within recruitment or temporary staffing payroll would be an advantage but is not essential.

• £14.00 per hour
• Monday – Wednesday working pattern
• 9:00am – 4:30pm
• October 2026 start
• Temporary position
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Based in Ardleigh, Colchester