(75B) Payroll Administrator (Fixed Term Contract)

Pret; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in London is seeking a passionate Payroll Administrator to manage weekly payroll for over 7,500 employees. Key responsibilities include processing payroll accurately, complying with statutory regulations, and liaising with shop and operations managers. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and proficiency in Excel. This role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Experience in payroll processing and statutory regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll input accurately.
• Manage maternity, paternity, and statutory payments.
• Liaise with third-party organizations regarding payroll.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Understanding of statutory and PAYE compliance

Team working

Tools

Workday

Job description

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(75B) Payroll Administrator (Fixed Term Contract), London

Client:

Pret

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Making days (and careers) brighter

We’re proud to be a global business. Our mission is simple: to make every day a little brighter for our customers, teams, and communities. We believe in kindness, generosity, and honesty. That’s why we donate unsold food to those in need and support homelessness through The Pret Foundation.

Now, let’s talk about you, the company, and the job…

People at Pret work hard, have fun, learn, and grow. We’re currently looking for a passionate Payroll Administrator.

The Payroll team consists of 4 people responsible for paying over 7,500 employees weekly and 1,000 monthly.

Overview of Role

This role reports to the Payroll Supervisor and manages weekly payroll for all shops in London and the Regions, ensuring timely and accurate payments. You will ensure payroll duties are performed efficiently and in compliance with company and statutory regulations.

What will I be doing?

You will ensure all weekly paid employees are paid accurately and on time by liaising with Shop Managers, Ops Managers, and employees. You will also ensure compliance with statutory regulations by liaising with Inland Revenue and the DWP.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly payroll input
• Managing maternity, paternity, and statutory payments
• Pension administration
• RTI administration
• Liaising with third-party organizations (DWP, HMRC, etc.)
• Checking and completing audit reports
• Handling court order processing and payments
• Assisting the Payroll Supervisor
• Providing payroll training for new shop managers
• Performing ad hoc requests

This role is based in London.

What are we looking for?

We seek someone with strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks. Excellent organizational skills, proficiency in Excel, and attention to detail are essential. A good understanding of statutory and PAYE compliance is required, with experience in Workday preferred.

• Passion
• Clear Communication
• Team Working
• Great Execution
• Open to Change
• One Pret

Pret offers:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays