Payroll Advisor

Brightwork Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Training & development

Benefits package

Job summary

Brightwork Limited is seeking an experienced Payroll Advisor to join its busy payroll team in a hybrid role (2 days in the office) across Glasgow, Stirling, Aberdeen or Bolton. The role focuses on accurate end-to-end payroll processing for a varied client portfolio, acting as a knowledgeable point of contact, and supporting junior colleagues.

You’ll bring strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, excellent attention to detail, and solid client-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients.
• Ability to manage multiple payrolls and tight deadlines.
• Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory payments.

Responsibilities

• Process complex payrolls accurately from start to finish for a varied client portfolio.
• Review outputs, ensure accuracy and timeliness, and support junior colleagues.
• Maintain client payroll documentation and manuals, and participate in system testing and enhancements.
• Build relationships with clients and advisors, and stay updated on payroll legislation.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

UK payroll legislation

Communication

Excel

Education

Payroll qualifications

Tools

IRIS

STAR

BrightPay

Job description

Payroll Advisor

Glasgow, Stirling Aberdeen or Bolton – hybrid -2 days in office
Competitive salary and benefits package

Brightwork are delighted to be supporting a key client as they continue through an exciting period of growth. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced Payroll Advisor to join their busy and supportive payroll team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to further develop their career within a collaborative environment where technical expertise and client service are highly valued.

This opportunity would suit a payroll professional who enjoys the technical aspects of payroll processing, takes pride in delivering an accurate service, and is happy to share their knowledge and support more junior colleagues when required.

The Role

As a Payroll Advisor, your primary focus will be the accurate processing of payrolls for a varied client portfolio. You will also act as a knowledgeable point of contact within the team, helping to support Payroll Assistants with day-to-day queries while ensuring payrolls are delivered accurately and on time.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing complex payrolls from start to finish across a varied client portfolio
• Reviewing payroll outputs and ensuring payrolls are completed accurately and within agreed timescales
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and their professional advisors
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and industry best practice
• Assisting with payroll-related projects and process improvements
• Reviewing and submitting BACS payments in line with audit requirements
• Maintaining accurate client process manuals and payroll documentation
• Supporting payroll system testing, upgrades and enhancements
• Acting as a first point of contact for junior team members requiring day-to-day guidance
• Sharing knowledge and helping to develop the skills of colleagues across the payroll team
• Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, internal controls and audit requirements

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a payroll position with responsibility for end-to-end payroll processing
• Experience managing multiple payrolls and working to strict deadlines
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, compliance and statutory payments
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• A proactive approach to problem solving
• Confidence supporting and guiding less experienced colleagues
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Essential experience using IRIS, STAR or BrightPay payroll software
• Relevant payroll qualifications would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and successful organisation
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Varied and interesting client portfolio
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Hybrid working
• Competitive salary and benefits package