Apprentice Payroll Assistant

Steven Eagell Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 3 Payroll Adminappr

Hands-on training and support

Job summary

Steven Eagell Group is offering an apprenticeship-based Payroll Administrator role at its Head Office in Milton Keynes. You will learn by processing payroll end-to-end, supporting colleagues with queries and using Workday.

The programme includes a fully funded Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship, hands-on training, and the chance to develop Excel and payroll expertise within a friendly automotive retail environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or equivalent.
• No university degree required per eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish for all staff.
• Answer payroll-related questions from employees.
• Utilise Workday for payroll processing and data management.
• Develop Excel skills as part of the role.
• Understand tax, National Insurance, pensions, and payslip components.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Willing to learn

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C)

Tools

Workday

Excel

Job description

About Steven Eagell As an established, family-run automotive retailer in the UK, Steven Eagell Group specialises in the sale of new and used vehicles, alongside comprehensive aftersales services. We take pride in offering a wide range of exciting career opportunities across sales, customer service, technical, administrative and management roles from entry-level positions through to senior leadership. As a family-run business, we value teamwork, integrity and long-term career development, creating an environment where individuals can grow and thrive. Whether you have a passion for sales and delivering exceptional customer experiences, strong organisational and financial skills, or technical expertise in automotive diagnostics and repair, there is a place for you within our team.

Steven Eagell Group | Head Office, Milton Keynes

What will you be doing?

• Process payroll from start to finish, making sure everyone gets paid correctly and on time.
• Help employees with their pay-related questions.
• Use Workday, our HR and payroll system.
• Develop your Excel skills, starting with the basics.
• Understand tax, National Insurance, pensions and everything else that makes up a payslip.
• Support the team with day-to-day tasks and problem-solving.
• Work towards a Level 3 Payroll Administrator qualification while earning a salary.

Who are we looking for?

• Are friendly, approachable and enjoy being part of a team.
• Are keen to learn and aren't afraid to ask questions.
• Have good attention to detail and take pride in your work.
• Are happy to get stuck in and help wherever needed.
• Can be trusted to handle confidential information.
• You don't need any payroll experience or Excel knowledge — we'll teach you!

Entry Requirements

• Have achieved a minimum of Grade 4 (or C) in GCSE English and Maths, or hold accepted equivalent qualifications.
• Not hold a university degree, in line with the eligibility criteria for this vacancy.

What's in it for you?

• A fully funded Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship.
• Hands‑on training and support from an experienced team.
• The opportunity to learn Excel and develop valuable workplace skills.
• A friendly, relaxed working environment where you can be yourself.
• The chance to develop a long‑term career within Steven Eagell Group.

The Steven Eagell Group is an award-winning employer and Europe’s largest Toyota and Lexus retailer, with 43 locations across the Southeast, East of England and West Midlands. Our foremost objective is to offer complete satisfaction to every one of our valued customers.