Payroll Administrator - 3 days a week

Tennent's; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennent's Wellpark Brewery in Glasgow is seeking a dynamic Payroll Administrator to support a UK & Ireland payroll transformation. This part-time role (3 days per week) offers a hands-on opportunity to modernise in-house payroll operations and deliver accurate, timely payroll processing.

You'll administer end-to-end payroll across multiple frequencies, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with HR, Finance and operations to drive process improvements while upholding data protection

Qualifications

• Proven payroll administration experience.
• Knowledge of UK and Irish payroll legislation.
• Desirable payroll qualification (CIPP/IPASS).
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer end-to-end payroll for UK & Ireland employees across multiple frequencies.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies.
• Process statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) per legislation.
• Manage pension contributions and auto-enrolment duties.
• Coordinate year-end activities (P60s, P11Ds, HMRC submissions).
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails.
• Respond to payroll queries professionally and empathetically.
• Liaise with HR, Finance and operations to resolve issues.
• Support reporting and analytics for stakeholders.
• Contribute to payroll procedures and documentation.

Skills

Payroll administration

UK & Ireland payroll legislation

Attention to detail

Data accuracy

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Multi-site experience

Process improvement mindset

GDPR awareness

Education

CIPP or IPASS (desirable)

Tools

iTrent

Crown Time & Attendance

Excel

Job description

The iconic Wellpark Brewery has stood in the heart of Glasgow for over 450 years and is the home of Tennent’s Direct. We are Scotland’s leading brewer-led distributor, supplying venues with all their drinks needs, from fine wine to draught beer and everything in between. Built on a culture of trust, we are committed to doing what’s best for our customers, our people and our world and we’re proud to say that our team know the Scottish hospitality industry better than anyone. With unique insights and experience, we help shape what the nation is drinking.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a dynamic and detail-driven Payroll Administrator to be at the heart of a major transformation initiative across the UK and Ireland Payroll function across C&C Group.

Please note this role is part time - 3 days a week.

This isn’t just payroll as usual. It’s a chance to help reimagine how we deliver payroll in a complex, fast-evolving environment. You’ll be joining a team committed to simplifying, modernising, and automating our in-house payroll operations, and your insights will help drive that change.

We need problem-solvers with a transformation mindset. People who thrive in complexity, spot inefficiencies, and take initiative.

Key Requirements

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for UK and Ireland employees across multiple pay frequencies
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies
• Process statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP in line with current legislation.
• Manage pension contributions and auto-enrolment duties, including liaison with pension providers
• Coordinate year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds, and HMRC submissions
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails
• Respond to payroll queries with professionalism and empathy, even in challenging situations
• Uphold process integrity and manage requests that fall outside standard procedures
• Liaise with HR, Finance, and operational teams to resolve payroll issues
• Support the implementation of process improvements and system enhancements
• Assist with reporting and analytics for internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to the development of payroll procedures and documentation

About You

• Proven experience in payroll administration, ideally in a multi-site or complex environment
• Strong understanding of UK and Irish payroll legislation
• A recognised payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP or IPASS) is desirable
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive conversations calmly and constructively
• Confidence to uphold processes and manage expectations, even when under pressure
• Comfortable working with manual processes while contributing to future improvements
• Experience with unionised environments and shift-based payrolls is a plus
• Knowledge of GDPR and data protection principles as they relate to payroll
• Proficiency in payroll systems; experience with iTrent is an advantage
• Familiarity with Crown Time & Attendance systems
• Strong Excel skills, including working with formulas, lookups, and data validation
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable navigating manual processes and off-system tracking
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues