Payroll Specialist

O'Neill & Brennan; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neill & Brennan is seeking a Commercial Administrator / Payroll Clerk for a growing civil engineering company. This role is crucial due to the management of a significant number of subcontractors and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive, family-business environment.

Benefits

Family-business culture

Competitive salary

Travel expenses

Pension contributions

Job security

Autonomy with support

Qualifications

• Ideal for recent graduates with strong Excel, financial and mathematical skills.
• Experience in payroll or commercial administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll for in-house subcontractors.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll functions.
• Support the commercial team with administrative tasks.

Skills

Excel

Financial skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Recent graduate or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Administrator / Payroll Clerk

Remuneration: £30K (Entry level) up to £60K (depending on experience)

Location: Denham Garden Village

O’Neill and Brennan are seeking a Commercial Administrator / Payroll Clerk for a civil engineering company with in-house subcontractors paid via a payroll system. The company is growing, and the payroll function is critical, offering opportunities for progression.

Ideal candidates include recent graduates with strong Excel, financial, and mathematical skills, or experienced payroll or commercial administrators. The role is vital due to the number of subcontractors involved, and the successful candidate will be highly valued.

What this role offers:

• A family-business culture where employees are valued
• Competitive salary based on experience, travel expenses, pension contributions
• Job security in a growing company
• Autonomy with support and development from the commercial team

To apply, please submit your most recent CV. O’Neill and Brennan promote diversity and equality, treating all individuals fairly regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, color, age, disability, or sexual orientation.