Payroll Administrator

XPS Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days holiday

Pension matching

Healthcare plans

Life assurance

Retailer discounts

Job summary

XPS Group is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Newcastle upon Tyne. This hybrid role requires taking responsibility for payroll administration, including data entry and supporting senior colleagues. The ideal candidate has high attention to detail and previous experience managing workload independently.

Benefits include a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days holiday. The company is committed to diversity and offers a flexible benefits scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with high volumes of work.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for data entry tasks and activities assigned.
• Communicate clearly with Pension Administration team members.
• Provide support for senior colleagues regarding payroll projects.

Skills

Data input experience

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Telephone confidence

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Resource Link

Job description

About XPS Group

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

Location: Newcastle
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Grade: Associate
Hybrid
Job Ref: REQ003690

About the Role

This is a hybrid role with an office presence expected twice per week but will require more office time during the initial ‘settling in’ period. We are currently seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our team, providing top‑tier payroll administration. Responsibilities include taking responsibility for data entry tasks, carrying out payroll tasks in a timely manner and providing support for senior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the data entry tasks and activities assigned while working effectively in a team.
• Gather data and information from a variety of sources and carry out a range of data entry and basic analysis activities.
• Carry out standard and non‑standard payroll tasks and activities autonomously in a timely manner.
• Communicate clearly with Pension Administration team members, including routine interactions regarding payroll and pensioner queries.
• Provide support for senior colleagues regarding ongoing payroll projects and specific business development activities.
• Support the team with new staff members and provide training to less experienced team members, checking and validating their work to ensure accuracy.
• Identify errors and to have them escalated appropriately.
• Be proactive and take personal responsibility and ownership for completion of tasks.
• Act as a team player, a role model for all colleagues and own

Your Profile (Essential)

• Data input experience.
• Experience of dealing with high volumes of work.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and independently.
• Confident on the telephone.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Desirable

• Experience in a payroll function.
• Experience using Resource Link.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

What We Offer

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged, with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for suitable candidates.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit applications via the Apply Now option or contact [e-mail] for more information.

Equal Opportunities Statement

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, employment or educational references, satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.