Senior Payroll Advisor

Office Angels; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a driven Senior Payroll Advisor to join their vibrant team in Newcastle. In this role, you will process payrolls, set up pension schemes, and support junior members. Ideal candidates have strong numeracy skills and significant payroll processing experience. The position offers competitive salary and a contributory pension scheme with multiple benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Company sick pay

Life assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Health benefits

31 days of holiday

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Social club and volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Free refreshments

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a senior payroll processing role is essential.
• Highly numerate with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently on diverse payrolls.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Set up pension schemes with accurate calculations.
• Build professional relationships with clients.
• Conduct reconciliations and manual calculations.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Independent working

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Advertisement: Senior Payroll Advisor

Are you ready to take your payroll expertise to the next level? Our client is on the lookout for a driven and enthusiastic Senior Payroll Advisor to join their vibrant team in the heart of Newcastle City Centre! If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for payroll, this might just be the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Details

• Job Title: Senior Payroll Advisor
• Salary: £32,000 - £35,000
• Working Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week with hybrid working options post-probation
• Location: Newcastle City Centre (accessible via public transport; no parking available)

What You'll Be Doing

• Process end-to-end weekly and monthly payrolls for a variety of organisations, each with its own unique complexities.
• Set up pension schemes with multiple providers, ensuring accurate calculations and timely distribution of necessary data.
• Build and nurture professional relationships with clients by understanding their specific payroll needs.
• Conduct reconciliations and manual calculations, addressing client queries with confidence.
• Support and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and training as needed.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Experience: Demonstrable experience in a senior payroll processing role is essential.
• Numeracy & Detail: You must be highly numerate with exceptional attention to detail.
• Independence: Ability to work independently on diverse payrolls, with solid end-to-end payroll processing experience.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Capability to transfer data between payroll systems and Excel.
• Familiarity with the BACS payment process.

What's in it for You?

• Pension Scheme: Contributory pension scheme with matched employer contributions.
• Sick Pay: Company sick pay for up to 3 months at above statutory rates.
• Life Assurance: Coverage from day one at three times your annual salary.
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Enjoy enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Health Benefits: Access to private medical care at discounted rates, plus free eye tests and contributions towards glasses.
• Holidays: 31 days of holiday (including Bank Holidays) with additional days based on your length of service.
• Professional Development: Annual payment of professional subscriptions and opportunities for further training.
• Wellbeing Initiatives: Confidential Employee Assistance Programme and a robust wellbeing platform with health resources.
• Social & Community: Join a sports and social club, enjoy monthly lunches, and participate in paid volunteering days.
• More Perks: Cycle to work scheme, interest‑free season ticket loans, and delicious free refreshments in the office!

If you're eager to make a significant impact within a supportive and enthusiastic team, we'd love to hear from you! Prepare for a one‑stage in‑person interview that showcases your skills and passion.

Join our client's payroll team today and be a part of something great!

We are an equal‑opportunities employer and respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.