Payroll Administrator

Morson Talent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator. The role involves processing payroll for two companies, resolving payroll queries, and supporting HR administration. Ideal candidates have payroll experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in HR systems. This is a permanent position with a salary range of GBP30,000 - GBP34,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing (weekly and monthly).
• Ability to manage sensitive data with confidentiality.
• Strong administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately for two companies.
• Resolve payroll-related queries and issues.
• Maintain payroll documentation and compliance.
• Support HR administration tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

HR/payroll systems proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Payroll Administrator – Leeds onsite with flexible working hours • Permanent • GBP30,000 - GBP34,000 DOE

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team. This is a varied role, combining payroll processing with wider HR administration, offering the opportunity to make a real impact in supporting both our people and the business.

Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Accurately process weekly and monthly payroll for two companies, covering salaried and hourly staff.
• Administer payments for overtime, premiums, and other ad-hoc adjustments.
• Maintain payroll records, including starters, leavers, and employee changes (e.g., salary increases, benefits).

Payroll Queries & Issue Resolution

• Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as pay errors, tax code issues, or pension contributions.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain clear documentation of payroll processes and system updates.
• Support audit preparation for people, payroll, and finance.

HR Administration

• Process starter and leaver paperwork for weekly employees.
• Set up clock cards, access passes, and system access for new starters and changes.
• Maintain and update employee lifecycle data (starters, leavers, pay, probation reviews, training).
• Produce reports from HR and T&A systems, including data for board reports (e.g., turnover, sickness, benefits).
• Provide general admin support: ordering stationery, scanning, filing, and maintaining electronic records.
• Liaise with the wider HR team to support onboarding and recruitment initiatives, such as temp-to-perm transitions and referral schemes.

About You

• Experience in payroll processing (weekly and monthly).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive data with confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve queries effectively.
• Proficiency with HR/payroll systems and Microsoft Office.

If you re looking for a role where you can combine your payroll expertise with wider HR administration, we d love to hear from you.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted