Client Payroll Senior

Bkl; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Season Ticket Loan

Job summary

BKL is hiring a Client Payroll Senior in hybrid London. You will oversee client payroll processing, ensure compliance with regulations, and advise on tax, NI and pension matters. Strong Excel skills and a progressing CIPP qualification are preferred.

The role involves working 35 hours a week, with a mix of in-office and remote work, reporting to the Client Payroll Senior Manager and earning £45,000–£48,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Confidentiality requirements in payroll operations.
• Experience using Excel to manage and analyse payroll data.
• Understanding regulatory requirements and NI contributions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing for clients.
• Ensure compliance with current payroll legislation and internal policies.
• Troubleshoot complex payroll systems and processes.
• Stay updated on changes in statutory regulations affecting payroll.
• Calculate and review payroll payments, including pro-rata calculations.
• Advise clients on tax, NI, pension and auto-enrolment matters.
• Provide guidance on resolutions to payroll challenges.
• Support payroll process improvements and client service quality.

Skills

Payroll proficiency

Auto-enrolment understanding

Auto-enrolment management

Statutory & legal knowledge

Pro-rata calculations

Education

CIPP (studying)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Client Payroll Senior
Location: Hybrid Working – London EC4M (Minimum 3 days in office)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hour week
Reporting to: Client Payroll Senior Manager

Salary: £45,000 - £48,000

About BKL

BKL is a Top 40 accountancy and advisory business supporting a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups. With a legacy spanning over 130 years, we’ve evolved into a modern, purpose-driven business that balances profit with impact.

We are proud to be a certified B Corp, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. As a member of DFK International, we support clients locally and internationally with cutting-edge expertise and a personal touch.

We believe all clients deserve the same level of care, innovation, and excellence.

Your Opportunity

The role of a Payroll Senior is to oversee and ensure the accurate, compliant, and efficient processing of client payroll. This includes managing complex payroll systems, staying updated on statutory regulations as well as payroll calculations. The Payroll Senior is responsible for advising our clients on topical issues/challenges such as tax, National Insurance, and pension matters and providing guidance on allowances, levies, and compliance issues.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• In this Oversee the accurate and timely processing of client payrolls.
• Ensure all payroll activities are compliant with current legislation and internal policies.
• Manage and troubleshoot complex payroll systems and processes.
• Stay up to date with changes in statutory regulations affecting payroll.
• Perform and review payroll calculations to ensure accuracy.
• Advise clients on payroll-related issues, including: Tax regulations and obligations, National Insurance contributions, Pension schemes and auto-enrolment, Allowances and levies and General compliance matters
• Provide expert guidance on resolving payroll challenges and queries.
• Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and client service delivery.

You’ll Be Ideal for This Role If You Have:

Experience

• Familiarity with basic payroll processes and an understanding of confidentiality requirements.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for managing and organising data.
• Familiarity with understanding various regulatory requirements and NI contributions

Skills

• Payroll Proficiency
• Understanding auto-enrolment and various pension scheme options.
• Ability to manage process of auto-enrolment
• Knowledge of statutory and legal requirements
• Ability to calculate various payments and pro-rata calculations

Qualifications

• Studying towards CIPP qualification

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we give you the freedom to thrive, no matter who you are or what your background is.

Our Values

At BKL, we live by five core values:

• Think Big – Be curious, brave, and open to new ideas.
• In It Together – Collaborate, care, and build an inclusive culture.
• Take Pride – Strive for excellence and believe in your impact.
• Do the Right Thing – Act with integrity, honesty, and fairness.
• Enjoy It – Bring your whole self to work and have fun doing it.

Working With Us: Your Benefits, Wellbeing & Development

At BKL, we’re committed to creating a people-first workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer a carefully curated benefits package, wellbeing support, and meaningful development opportunities that empower you to grow your career.

Snapshot of our Benefits Package

We’ve designed a flexible, sustainable set of benefits to support your life at work and beyond:

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – including mental health cover, hospital treatment & 24/7 GP access
• Health Cash Plans – covering everyday costs like dental, optical & physiotherapy and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension scheme – helping you save for retirement in a tax-efficient way
• Group Life Assurance – peace of mind with financial protection for your loved ones
• Cashback & savings portal – discounts across hundreds of high-street and online retailers
• Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and accessories tax-free
• Electric Vehicle Scheme – sustainable transportation options that include roadside support and servicing
• Free Mortgage Advice – expert guidance for your home-buying journey
• Season Ticket Loan – support with travel expenses
• Enhanced Family Leave – generous leave policies for family-related needs
• Holiday Entitlement – generous entitlement which increases with promotion

Development & Growth

We don’t just offer jobs, we support careers:

• Clear development pathways and progression frameworks
• Professional qualifications support – including study time and funding
• Internal mentoring, coaching, and buddying schemes
• Leadership development programmes to help you grow with us
• Regular check-ins and performance conversations – driven by your goals, not just metrics

Take Your Next Step

Ready to grow your career with a company that balances ambition with purpose? Apply today and discover how far you can go at BKL.

Our recruitment process typically involves three stages:

1. An introductory Teams call with our Talent Acquisition team.
2. A first-stage interview with two team members.
3. A final interview at our London office, including a tour to give you a feel for our working environment.

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, you will be required to undertake GDPR training in order to fully understand the regulations and ensure all work is carried out in a compliant manner.

As part of any recruitment process, BKL collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. BKL is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

BKL is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates eligible to work in the UK.

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we want to give you the freedom to thrive no matter who you are and what your background is. You will have every opportunity to use your creativity in how you approach your work and the support to innovate.

Inclusion, diversity, and talent development are a fundamental aspect of who we are, and we welcome applications from candidates who share and champion these values. You will play an integral part in helping to make BKL a great place to work with a sense of belonging for everyone.

High challenge, high support

If you enjoy problem-solving and a fast-changing environment, you will thrive in this role.

As in all BKL roles, you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork, and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.

You can get an insight into life at BKL here.

We’re proud to be one of the few Certified B Corporations in the accountancy sector. In joining us, you’ll become part of a business that’s committed to balancing profit and purpose.

Take your next step

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL.

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