Payroll Apprentice

Lonza; Manchester; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HR Apprenticeship training

Hybrid work policy

Global benefits access

Job summary

Lonza is hiring a Payroll Apprentice in Manchester to start an entry-level pathway into the EMEA Payroll Services team. The role involves gaining practical experience in payroll administration, employee query management, payroll controls and HR processes while delivering accurate and timely payroll services across EMEA.

You will undertake 16 months of apprenticeship training, working toward a Level 3 HR Support qualification, with a hybrid work policy (2 days in the office, 3 days remote).

Qualifications

• Interest in Payroll, HR, finance and employee services.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Shadow payroll processes to learn monthly activities across EMEA.
• Assist with payroll data collection and validation.
• Support preparation of payroll instructions for the provider.
• Handle employee queries via HR/payroll ticketing channels.

Skills

IT systems

Payroll awareness

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 HR Support qualification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Payroll Apprentice

Location - Manchester, United Kingdom

Hybrid Working Policy.

The Payroll Apprentice role is designed to create an entry-level pathway into the EMEA Payroll Services team at Lonza. The role will support the delivery of accurate, timely and compliant payroll services across EMEA, while gaining practical experience in payroll administration, employee query management, payroll controls, vendor coordination and HR Services processes.

What you will get:

• Full apprenticeship training will be provided, with the post holder working towards a Level 3 HR Support qualification. 16 months course.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Hybrid working policy - 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home
• Access to global benefits via https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Build knowledge of payroll processes through shadowing, training and practical involvement in monthly payroll activities across EMEA payrolls.
• Support payroll administration activities, including preparing, checking and maintaining payroll-related data in accordance with internal processes and country requirements.
• Assist with collecting payroll input from various sources and support the preparation of monthly payroll instructions for the payroll provider.
• Support payroll data checks and controls, including validation of employee data, overtime, allowances, deductions, absence-related payments and other payroll inputs.
• Respond to employee queries through the appropriate HR/payroll ticketing channels, escalating complex or sensitive payroll matters to Payroll Specialists or the Payroll Manager.

What we are looking for:

• Ability to work and understand various IT systems (including Powerpoint, Word, Excel)
• Interest in Payroll, HR, finance and employee services.
• Strong desire to learn and develop professionally
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.
• Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.