Payroll Trainee & HR Administrator

Thwaites; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Payroll Trainee & HR Administrator to join their team at Head Office. This is a fantastic opportunity to embark on a rewarding career in payroll, with the chance to gain an industry-recognized Level 3 payroll qualification through a fully funded apprenticeship. You will receive full training on payroll processes and systems, supported by a dedicated mentor throughout your 18-month journey. This role is perfect for someone who is reliable, self-motivated, and eager to learn, offering a structured path for career progression within a supportive and engaging work environment.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Wagestream - access to wages as earned

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Health cash plan with discounts

Employee discounts on accommodation

Pension & Life assurance

Bespoke training and development programmes

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Excel and Word is essential.
• Good numerical and analytical skills are crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll preparation and processing for accuracy.
• Handle payroll queries and support payroll services effectively.

Skills

Excel

Word

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Level 3 Payroll Qualification

Tools

Payroll Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Payroll Trainee & HR Administrator to join our team at Head Office. If you have some payroll knowledge or thinking of starting a career in payroll this is a fantastic opportunity to gain an industry recognised Level 3 payroll qualification, through a fully funded Apprenticeship. Full training will be given on payroll processes and systems, and you will be supported by a dedicated payroll mentor throughout an 18 month payroll apprenticeship.

As a Payroll Trainee & HR Administrator, you will be an important part of our professional team. It is vital that you are reliable, self-motivated, organised and have excellent communication, numeric and literacy skills. The ability to work to deadlines, prioritise your workload whilst maintaining excellent attention to detail is crucial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payrolls
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Handle payroll queries from employees, internal and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Support the Payroll Manager in the delivery of payroll services
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll processes and procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of payroll reports.
• Learn and utilise payroll software and systems effectively including Excel.
• Organise, plan and adhere to deadlines and processing schedules
• Support the Payroll Manager to deliver Company benefit offerings, including promoting on internal social media
• Perform general admin duties, such as filing, photocopying, scanning documents and data entry
• Provide admin support to the wider People Team as needed.

Requirements

• Have a good working knowledge of Excel and Word
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to prioritise own workload and meet specific payroll deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to help across various administrative functions

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• 36.25 hours per week
• 33 days annual leave
• Wagestream – Ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Health cash plan with access to high street discounts
• Generous employee discounts on accommodation, food & beverage in our beautiful properties across the country
• Pension & Life assurance
• Bespoke training and development programmes
• An engaging & supportive work environment