Payroll Executive

TPF Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including BH

Christmas bonus

Training and study support

Eye care and flu vaccination

Job summary

TPF Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established practice in Canterbury for a full-time Payroll Executive to join the payroll bureau. You will deliver a personable payroll service to a varied portfolio of clients, from preparing payrolls to liaising with HMRC, ensuring accuracy and client care.

The firm supports your development and will back your journey toward the CIPP qualification, with a collaborative team and a growth mindset in a busy payroll environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a team-first approach are essential.
• Minimum of 120 UCAS points or equivalent.
• Growth mindset and willingness to challenge yourself.
• Desire to continually improve and develop payroll expertise.

Responsibilities

• Deliver payroll services to a varied portfolio of clients.
• Prepare payrolls accurately and on time.
• Liaise with HMRC and resolve payroll queries.
• Build meaningful client relationships and provide exceptional client care.
• Support development toward the CIPP qualification.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

UCAS points 120

Job description

Canterbury, United Kingdom | Posted on 05/11/2026

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected practice based in Canterbury, who are looking for a full-time Payroll Executive to join their expanding Payroll Bureau team.

About the role

As a Payroll Executive, you’ll play a key part in delivering a smooth and personable payroll service to a varied portfolio of clients. From preparing payrolls to liaising directly with HMRC, you’ll be involved in every stage of the process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and exceptional client care.

This isn’t just a numbers-driven role — it’s an opportunity to understand how businesses work, build meaningful client relationships and ensure every detail is right. The firm is committed to your development and will fully support you in working towards your CIPP qualification.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking proactive individuals who think ahead, communicate confidently and aren’t afraid to get stuck in. You’ll have a growth mindset, a willingness to challenge yourself and a drive to continually improve.

You’ll bring energy, accuracy and a collaborative spirit, thriving in a team-focused environment. Rather than simply delivering tasks, you’ll aim to solve problems — thinking commercially and practically to find the right solutions for clients.

Requirements

Strong communication skills and a team-first approach are essential. You’ll build relationships that matter, with both colleagues and clients, helping to deliver real and lasting impact.

Qualifications required

Minimum of 120 UCAS points or equivalent.

What’s on offer

28 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays) plus 2 additional days at Christmas

Christmas bonus

Staff recruitment and client introduction bonuses

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye test vouchers and annual flu jab

Cycle to work scheme

A genuinely supportive, growth-minded culture

Friendly and collaborative team environment

Diverse and valued client base

Fully funded training and study support

Study leave in addition to annual holiday

Six-monthly pay reviews while training

Early client interaction and partner exposure

A network of study buddies and mentoring

Internal training and professional development updates