Payroll Administrator

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is partnering with a Blackburn payroll bureau to recruit a Payroll Administrator. You will manage end-to-end payrolls for a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role is office-based with hybrid options after probation. You will thrive on deadlines, have strong HMRC knowledge, and excellent client-facing skills as you build relationships and support the wider payroll team.

Qualifications

• Previous end-to-end payroll experience.
• Experience working within a payroll bureau, accountancy practice, or managing multiple payrolls would be highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• A proactive and positive approach to work.
• A genuine desire to learn, develop, and progress within your payroll career.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Managing end-to-end payroll for multiple client accounts.
• Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP.
• Processing new starters, leavers and employee changes.
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC.
• Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment duties.
• Resolving payroll queries from clients and employees.
• Ensuring payroll records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Supporting the wider team with payroll administration and client service activities.

Skills

Payroll processing

End-to-end payroll

Client relationships

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Tools

Payroll software packages

Job description

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

04/09/2026

About this job

Your new company Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator looking to join a friendly, supportive, and growing business?

Do you enjoy managing multiple payrolls and building strong client relationships?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded payroll bureau based in Blackburn, is looking to recruit a Payroll Administrator to join their busy and collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated payroll professional who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive environment that values continuous learning and progression.

The role is office-based initially, with hybrid working available upon successful completion of probation.

Your new role As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processes for a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls
• Managing end-to-end payroll for multiple client accounts
• Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP
• Processing new starters, leavers and employee changes
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC
• Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment duties
• Resolving payroll queries from clients and employees
• Ensuring payroll records are maintained accurately and confidentially
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Supporting the wider team with payroll administration and client service activities

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous end-to-end payroll experience
• Experience working within a payroll bureau, accountancy practice, or managing multiple payrolls would be highly advantageous
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• A genuine desire to learn, develop, and progress within your payroll career
• Experience using payroll software packages