Payroll Assistant

plymouthcommunityhomes; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing association in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join their supportive team. The role involves ensuring accurate payroll processing, managing workload effectively, and contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives. With a focus on employee wellbeing, this position also offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible & Remote Working

Generous Pension Scheme

Onsite Gym Facilities

Volunteer Leave

Annual Leave Entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

Extensive Discounts

Modern Digital Tools

Vibrant Work Environment

Engaging Workplace Culture

Qualifications

• Proven payroll professional with experience in high volume environments.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks.
• Experience with payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff are paid accurately and on time.
• Work collaboratively with the People and Culture team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Data management

Computer literacy

Tools

MS365

Job description

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Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional looking to join a supportive and friendly team? We are looking for a Payroll Assistant to help ensure our staff are paid accurately and on time.

You will be a proven payroll professional with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail when working quickly, with the ability to work collaboratively with the People and Culture team to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who:

• Has previous experience working in a rounded payroll position within a high volume environment
• Has proven experience in data management and payroll systems
• Can manage their own workload and prioritise a variety of tasks whilst working to strict deadlines
• Has strong computer literacy including a proven working knowledge of MS365.

About Plymouth Community Homes

We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.

With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.

What we can offer you:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the wellbeing, development, and work-life balance of our team:

• Flexible & Remote Working
  Enjoy flexible and remote working including flexi-time and hybrid working.
• Generous Pension Scheme
  Enjoy a high level of employer contributions to help you plan confidently for the future.
• Onsite Gym Facilities
  Access our fully equipped, free onsite gym and modern changing facilities to support your health and fitness goals.
• Volunteer Leave
  Make a positive impact with up to three days of paid volunteer leave annually through our Make a Difference programme.
• Annual Leave Entitlement
  Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus Bank Holidays. We also offer a holiday trading scheme for added flexibility.
• Health and wellbeing
  Access confidential support services through our EAP (Employer Assistance Programme), including free counselling, to help you navigate personal or professional challenges. Access to a discounts private healthcare scheme that allows staff to access many healthcare benefits such as optical & dental care.
• Extensive Discounts
  Jannet is our on-line scheme offering employees great discounts at 100’s of retailers. It’s also the place to find all your PCH news, benefits and health and wellbeing information
• Modern Digital Tools
  Work efficiently with up-to-date digital devices and smartphones that support flexible and remote working.
• Vibrant Work Environment
  Our offices are located in a beautiful and dynamic part of the Southwest, just three miles from the city centre and easily accessible by public transport.
• Onsite Amenities & Local Conveniences
  Enjoy daily visits from a local food van and easy access to nearby shops including Crownhill, M&S Foodhall, Co-op, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, and Warrens Bakery.
• Engaging Workplace Culture
  We believe work should be enjoyable. Join in on dress-down Fridays, company quizzes, and a variety of charity events throughout the year.

To Apply:

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity please select apply and complete our form, making reference to the person specification to demonstrate how you consider that your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the job.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Sarah Mellor, Payroll and Pensions Supervisor (Tuesday to Friday) on 07543 509383.

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Shortlisting Date: 22 nd July 2025

Interview Date: 30 th July 2025

We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.