Payroll Administrator - FTC

Tarmac; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts on retailers

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac, part of CRH, is recruiting a Payroll Administrator to join the Employee Services team in Solihull on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will manage allocated payrolls, ensure accurate processing, and support payroll improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have payroll experience, strong organisational skills, and familiarity with HMRC rules, plus a proactive approach to delivering high-quality service and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Payroll experience and strong technical payroll knowledge.
• Experience in administrative or payroll-focused role.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and perform under pressure.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP).
• Experience working in a large, complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll activities accurately and on time, in line with HMRC legislation and company controls.
• Manage allocated payrolls and associated administration tasks from start to finish.
• Support Payroll Team Manager and Payroll Senior Administrator with operations and new initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with employees, managers and key stakeholders across the business.
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve payroll queries effectively.
• Support employee benefits administration including pensions and SAYE schemes.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and help implement changes.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Payroll, Reward and Employee Services to ensure high-quality service.

Skills

Payroll experience

Administrative experience

Organisation & communication

CIPP member

Experience in large organisation

Job description

Career Opportunities: Payroll Administrator - FTC (529608)

Requisition ID529608-Posted10/06/2026-Western Europe-Tarmac-Contract-Finance & Accounting-United Kingdom-Solihull

CRH is a global leader in building materials solutions, and Tarmac is a leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business in the U

Payroll Administrator - Tarmac

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Keep People Paid. Keep Business Moving.

Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering exceptional service? At Tarmac, we're looking for a proactive and organised Payroll Administrator to join our Employee Services team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring thousands of employees are paid accurately and on time, while helping drive continuous improvement across payroll processes and systems.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Payroll Administrator, you'll take ownership of allocated payrolls, ensuring all payroll activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with company policies and statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing payroll activities accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with HMRC legislation and company controls
• Managing allocated payrolls and associated administration tasks from start to finish
• Supporting the Payroll Team Manager and Payroll Senior Administrator with payroll operations and new initiatives
• Building positive relationships with employees, managers, and key stakeholders across the business
• Providing excellent customer service and resolving payroll queries effectively
• Supporting employee benefits administration, including pensions and ShareSave (SAYE) schemes
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and helping implement positive change
• Collaborating with colleagues across Payroll, Reward and Employee Services to ensure a consistent and high‑quality service

What We're Looking For

You’ll be a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate work.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Payroll experience and strong technical payroll knowledge
• Previous experience within an administrative or payroll-focused role
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to prioritise workloads and perform under pressure
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP)
• Experience working within a large, complex organisation

Why Join Tarmac?

At Tarmac, you’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where your expertise will make a genuine impact. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to key payroll initiatives, enhance employee experience, and be part of a business that values continuous improvement and professional development.

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you’ll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces ‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.