Payroll Administrator

Confidential; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare (including family)

Life insurance

Annual bonus

Long service awards

24 days' holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Confidential in Colchester is seeking a Payroll Administrator for a part-time role (2 days/week). You will work Monday in the office and either Wednesday or Thursday from home, with a £32,000 pro rata salary. The role covers UK and Netherlands payroll, including benefits, pensions, and query resolution.

The successful candidate will have payroll administration experience, strong Excel skills, and good attention to detail. A supportive team environment and flexible working pattern are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration and payroll processing.
• Experience with benefits and pensions processing.
• Understanding of payroll compliance and statutory requirements.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Administer UK weekly payroll for approx. 80-90 employees.
• Process UK monthly payroll for approx. 45 employees.
• Support payroll for 4 Employer of Record employees.
• Process employee changes, inputs and variable payments accurately.
• Assist with benefits and pensions processing.
• Liaise with payroll providers to resolve queries and discrepancies.
• Support payroll audits and ensure statutory and internal compliance.
• Produce payroll reports and analyses for management.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and meet deadlines.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Communication skills

Tools

Workday

Job description

Payroll Administrator

Location: Colchester

Hours: Part-time - 2 days per week

Working Pattern: Monday in the office + either Wednesday or Thursday WFH

Salary: £32,000 pro rata

Job Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for a part-time opportunity that offers flexibility and a supportive working environment?

We're working with a friendly and welcoming team in Colchester who are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join them on a part-time basis. This is a varied role where you'll be responsible for payroll administration, benefits and pensions processing, compliance and resolving payroll queries and discrepancies.

The Role

You'll be responsible for coordinating and administering payroll activities across designated EMEA locations, with a particular focus on the UK and Netherlands.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Administering UK weekly payroll for approximately 80-90 employees
• Processing UK monthly payroll for approximately 45 employees
• Supporting payroll administration for 4 Employer of Record employees
• Processing employee changes, payroll inputs and variable payments accurately and on time
• Assisting with benefits and pensions processing
• Liaising with payroll providers to resolve queries and investigate discrepancies
• Supporting payroll audits and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and internal processes
• Producing payroll reports and analysis for management
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring deadlines are consistently met

About You

We're looking for someone with previous payroll administration experience who is confident working with figures, investigating discrepancies and ensuring payroll is processed accurately.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a payroll administration role
• Experience with benefits and pensions processing
• A good understanding of payroll compliance and statutory requirements
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Good Excel skills
• The ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Good communication skills and confidence liaising with internal teams and external payroll providers

Experience using systems such as Workday would be desirable, but is not essential.

What’s on Offer?

• £32,000 pro rata
• 2 days per week
• Monday working in the office, with either Wednesday or Thursday from home
• 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare, including family cover
• Life insurance
• Annual bonus
• Long service awards
• Friendly and supportive working environment

Interview Process

1st stage: Teams interview

2nd stage: Face-to-face interview