Payroll Administrator

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; London Colney; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established payroll bureau in St Albans is seeking a Payroll Administrator. The role offers structured training towards recognized payroll qualifications, a supportive team culture, and exposure to a variety of payrolls. Candidates should be detail-oriented and client-focused, with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Structured training for payroll qualification

Team-oriented culture

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Clear progression routes

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a client-first mindset.
• Collaborative attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Payroll experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated portfolio of payrolls accurately.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide guidance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve services.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organized approach

Problem-solving attitude

Willingness to learn

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Administrator
Location: St Albans
Salary: £26,500 - £28,000

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Contract Type: Permanent

Overview:

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for client service and continuous improvement? A well-established and expanding payroll bureau is seeking a Payroll Administrator to help deliver high-quality, compliant, and client-focused payroll services. With over 500 client payrolls, the majority being monthly and a portion managing over 150 employees, this is an exciting opportunity to broaden your payroll exposure and develop a rewarding career in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage an allocated portfolio of payrolls with accuracy and efficiency
• Build trusted client relationships, offering tailored support and clear communication
• Provide guidance to clients on payroll matters, ensuring compliance and best practice
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve client experience and service delivery
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in payroll systems and processes
• Keep up to date with current legislation and internal policies

Requirements:

• Strong communication skills and a client-first mindset
• Great attention to detail and an organised approach
• A collaborative, problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
• Payroll experience is advantageous, but not essential
• Familiarity with Excel is preferred

What s on Offer:

• Structured training and the opportunity to work towards a recognised payroll qualification (Level 3 or 5)
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with a focus on learning and development
• Exposure to a variety of payrolls, clients, and technical challenges
• Clear progression routes tailored to your strengths and ambitions
• 28 days holiday including bank holiday (Plus 3 days off in the Christmas period)

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted.

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