Payroll Specialist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a well‑established and highly regarded professional services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering tailored payroll solutions to a diverse client portfolio.

Working within a collaborative and supportive payroll team, you'll manage payrolls for a range of clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery. This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, thrives on attention to detail, and takes pride in providing an excellent client experience.

As a Payroll Specialist, you will take ownership of payroll processing from start to finish while supporting clients with payroll‑related queries and ensuring compliance with current legislation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and on time
• Managing payrolls from start to finish across a varied client portfolio
• Administering statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, Shared Parental Pay and Adoption Pay
• Managing BACS deadlines to ensure timely salary payments
• Maintaining accurate payroll records, checklists and processing documentation
• Liaising with HMRC and other third‑party providers when required
• Handling client queries via telephone and email in a professional and timely manner
• Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, pensions regulations and GDPR requirements
• Supporting payroll reconciliations and reporting activities
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of payroll and pension services

We're looking for someone who brings:

• Previous payroll experience
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Payroll bureau experience
• Knowledge of Pay Circle and/or Cintra payroll software
• CIPP qualification or equivalent payroll qualification

In return, you'll be joining an organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Profit share scheme
• 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday
• Paid flexi‑time
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Comprehensive wellbeing support, including online GP access and mental health resources
• Discounted gym membership
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Regular social events and team activities
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business
• Supportive, collaborative working culture

If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a role where you can develop your career, work with a diverse client base and become part of a friendly, high‑performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

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