Payroll Administrator

C&C Search Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Payroll Administrator in London to assist with payroll processing and client interactions. This role offers exceptional career progression within a newly created payroll department, hybrid working conditions, and a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have previous payroll experience and strong attention to detail. Competitive salary between £30,000 - £35,000.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous payroll or finance administration experience with understanding of UK payroll processes.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy – essential for payroll administration.
• Proficient in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing for client portfolios.
• Support statutory payment calculations and processing.
• Prepare BACS payments and assist with payroll summary reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Bright Pay

Job description

Overview

C&C Search is currently recruiting a Payroll Administrator for a growing financial services firm. This is a fantastic payroll opportunity in a newly created payroll department with exceptional career progression, hybrid working, and the chance to develop your payroll expertise whilst supporting a rapidly growing client portfolio.

Position and Benefits

Position: Junior Payroll Administrator – supporting a team of payroll professionals in a newly established payroll department

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Hybrid set up: Central London office, 3 days per week in office

Benefits: Competitive pension scheme, excellent professional development opportunities, supportive working environment with very low staff turnover

What they do

This established professional services firm provides comprehensive accounting and payroll services to a diverse client base. The payroll department is newly created and expanding rapidly.

Culture and why join

This is a positive, collaborative environment where staff are well looked after – evidenced by very low turnover! The culture is built on trust and autonomy, with clear progression pathways for those looking to develop their payroll career. The firm has strong values and is strategically evolving, making this an exciting time to join during their growth phase. You\'ll work alongside experienced payroll professionals who will support your development in end-to-end payroll processes.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing for client portfolios across weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll cycles
• Support statutory payment calculations and processing including SSP, SMP, SPP under supervision
• Prepare BACS payments and assist with payroll summary reports and analyses
• Respond to client payroll queries professionally and build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Support the implementation and use of Bright Pay payroll system
• Assist with accurate preparation of P60's and P11d's ensuring compliance with deadlines
• Support tax filing submissions to HMRC, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data accuracy across all payroll processes
• Liaise with IT department on payroll system upgrades and technical support

Background and experience

• Previous payroll or finance administration experience with understanding of UK payroll processes
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy – essential for payroll administration
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple payroll deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software (Bright Pay experience desirable)
• Strong communication skills for client interaction and stakeholder management
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll information
• Proactive approach to learning and developing payroll expertise

Please apply online asap for this Payroll Administrator position, if your payroll experience aligns and sounds like you!

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.