Payroll Assistant

Travail Employment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Payroll Assistant to ensure accurate payroll processing while providing HR administrative support. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a payroll environment and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. The role includes responsibilities like resolving payroll queries and assisting with compliance and reporting. This position offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life assurance

Health & wellbeing programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Sick pay

On-site parking

Hybrid working after probation

Bereavement leave

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a payroll environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with payroll software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process company payroll every week by gathering and inputting data.
• Resolve payroll queries from employees and managers promptly.
• Assist in payroll reconciliations and reporting for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with payroll policies and UK legislation.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee pay records.
• Accurately input employee data on the HR system.
• Process manual calculations and adjustments as needed.
• Support pension scheme administration.
• Assist HR with general administration tasks.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with payroll software (IRIS Cascade)

Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements

Education

Payroll-related qualification such as CIPP Level 3

Job description

Payroll Assistant

28,000 per annum, Haywards Heath (outskirts), Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (1–hour lunch), Permanent, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, excellent benefits package including company pension, health & wellbeing programme, life insurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and Christmas shutdown.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Payroll Assistant to join a growing and well‑established organisation. This is a key role within the Payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for weekly paid employees while maintaining compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies. You will act as a point of contact for payroll‑related queries and assist the Pay & Benefits Manager with reconciliations and reporting. In addition, you will provide general HR administrative support to the HR team, with full training provided for this aspect of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process company payroll every week by gathering, calculating, and inputting data
• Resolve payroll queries from employees and managers promptly and professionally
• Assist in payroll reconciliations and reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and UK legislation
• Maintain confidentiality of employee pay records at all times
• Accurately input employee data including new starters, leavers, and changes on the HR system
• Process manual calculations and adjustments when required
• Support pension scheme administration and auto‑enrolment processes
• Assist HR with general administration including recruitment, right‑to‑work checks, documentation, and references

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a payroll environment and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with payroll software (IRIS Cascade desirable) and knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements are highly desirable. A payroll‑related qualification such as CIPP Level 3 would be advantageous but is not essential.

This role could suit someone who has worked as a Payroll Clerk, Payroll Administrator, or Payroll Coordinator.

Company Information

This organisation is a leading name in its sector. They are committed to sustainability, employee development, and fostering a supportive workplace culture. Equal opportunities and wellbeing initiatives are at the heart of their values, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment for all employees.

Package

• 28,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Life assurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Sick pay
• On‑site parking
• Hybrid working after probation
• Bereavement leave
• Opportunities for career progression and employer‑funded qualifications
• Christmas shutdown