Payroll Specialist

Pro Talent; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll solutions firm in Brighton is seeking a Payroll Administrator to deliver an accurate payroll service for a diverse range of clients. The role involves end-to-end payroll processing, maintaining records, and client liaison. Ideal candidates have strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and experience with payroll systems like Sage, STAR, and Xero. This position offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment with flexible working options.

Benefits

Auto-enrolment pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free flu jabs

Flexible working options

Birthday leave (non-contractual)

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Social events throughout the year

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with data entry, payroll processing, and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently once trained.
• Calm under pressure and able to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll records and manage statutory payments.
• Liaise with clients, answering queries and clarifying calculations.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Confident Excel user

Organised and methodical

Great communication skills

Education

5 GCSEs A–C (or equivalent), including Maths and English

Tools

Sage

STAR

Xero

Job description

Payroll Administrator – Brighton – £28,000–£32,500 (DOE)

Join one of Sussex’s fastest-growing professional services teams and become part of something genuinely exciting.

Looking for a role where you can bring your payroll expertise to a thriving, ambitious, people‑first firm? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation with multiple offices across Sussex, supporting thousands of clients and making payroll look effortless (even when it isn’t!).

This is a busy, engaging role in a supportive environment that values accuracy, initiative, and a friendly, can‑do attitude.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be a key part of the payroll team, responsible for delivering a fast, accurate, and compliant payroll service for a wide range of clients.

• Process end‑to‑end payroll accurately and on time
• Maintain payroll records and manage statutory payments
• Handle part‑month calculations, holiday pay, P45s and more
• Liaise with clients, answering queries and clarifying calculations
• Manage client pension schemes with various providers
• Use Sage, STAR and Xero

If you love detail, deadlines, and making payroll look smooth and simple, you’ll fit right in.

What They’re Looking For

• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Experience with data entry, payroll processing and record‑keeping
• Confident Excel user and generally great with systems
• Someone organised, methodical, and calm under pressure
• A great communicator who enjoys working with clients
• Able to work independently once trained
• 5 GCSEs A–C (or equivalent), including Maths and English

The Perks

• Auto‑enrolment pension
• Cycl‑to‑work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Flexible working options
• Birthday leave (non‑contractual)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Social events throughout the year
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Location & Working Pattern

Brighton‑based (city centre). The team generally works in the office to collaborate effectively, with scope for up to two days a week working from home. Full‑time is 37.5 hours (Mon–Fri, 9.00–17.30), but alternative patterns from 30 hours+ can be considered.

Why Join?

This is a firm with serious growth and real career prospects. They’re known for supporting internal development, celebrating homegrown talent, and creating clear progression routes for people who want to build a long‑term career.

Ready to join a forward‑thinking team where your work genuinely matters?

Send your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat.