Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

The Company An established and internationally backed manufacturing organisation is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join its finance team. Operating within a stable, long-standing business, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of payroll processes while supporting a key workforce within a fast-paced industrial environment.

This is a hands-on position where you will play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee experience, while also managing employee benefits and contributing to continuous process improvement.

The Role As the Payroll & Benefits Specialist you will take responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of two monthly payrolls (factory and office-based employees), ensuring all processes are completed accurately and within deadline.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing full end-to-end payroll cycles for multiple employee groups Processing overtime, bonuses, statutory payments, and pensions Maintaining time & attendance data and system accuracy Administering employee benefits (life assurance, private medical) Ensuring HMRC compliance and supporting year-end processes Handling payroll queries and supporting internal stakeholders About You We are looking for a detail-focused payroll professional who is confident managing processes independently within a busy environment.

You will bring:
Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing Experience managing payroll for a medium-sized workforce Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance Experience working with payroll and time & attendance systems Strong Excel and reconciliation skills High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Confident communication skills with both employees and stakeholders

Experience with in a manufacturing or industrial environment would be advantageous but is not essential. The Benefits Full-time, office-based (Monday–Friday) 25 days holiday  bank holidays Enhanced pension scheme (up to 7% employer contribution) Life assurance Stable, long-term career opportunity within a growing business