Payroll Data Administrator

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is looking for a detail-driven Data Administrator to join their Payroll team in Barnsley. This full-time role involves processing payroll and managing data, ensuring compliance and integrity. The ideal candidate has advanced Excel skills, strong administrative experience, and a passion for data. A competitive salary of up to £26,500 per annum and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible dental insurance plans

Company-sponsored pension scheme

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits platform with discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Cashback cards

Qualifications

• Passion for data with a desire for Payroll; thrive on accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of UK Payroll legislation is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Producing reports and dashboards using Excel (Pivot Tables, Formulas).
• Supporting weekly and monthly payroll cycles including overtime and absence records.
• Auditing and cleansing data for accuracy and GDPR compliance.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, conditional formatting)

Strong administrative experience, ideally in payroll or data-heavy roles

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Job description

Here at GXO, we’re looking for a detail-driven Data Administrator within Payroll to join our HR and Payroll team at our ASOS site, in Barnsley. This role is a perfect blend of payroll processing and data management, supporting the smooth delivery of payroll while ensuring data integrity and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Producing reports and dashboards using Excel (Pivot Tables, Formulas, Data Models)
• Supporting weekly and monthly payroll cycles, including overtime, absence, and holiday records
• Supporting statutory payments (SMP, SSP, SPP), HMRC forms, and compliance reporting
• Implementing and maintaining payroll trackers, spreadsheets, and databases for accurate monitoring of pay, attendance, and absence data
• Maintaining accurate payroll data across HRIS and Time & Attendance systems
• Responding to payroll queries and resolving discrepancies
• Auditing and cleansing data to ensure accuracy and GDPR compliance

Qualifications and Profile

• Passion for data with a desire for Payroll; thrive on accuracy and love solving data puzzles; juggle spreadsheets, systems, and deadlines with ease
• Strong administrative experience, ideally in payroll or data‑heavy roles
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, conditional formatting)
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, analytical mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong problem‑solving skills and excellent communication
• Knowledge of UK Payroll legislation and experience with HRIS or T&A systems is a bonus

Role Details

This is a full‑time, permanent position. You’ll be working Monday to Friday, covering the hours of 08:30 till 17:00.

Salary and Benefits

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £26,500 per annum and 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Your benefits package includes flexible dental insurance plans, a company‑sponsored pension scheme, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

About GXO

GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.