Payroll jobs in United Kingdom

Time Type: Full Time

Location: Harwich

Days/Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00

Are you detail‑oriented, highly organised, and passionate about delivering exceptional support? We’re looking for a Payroll Assistant to join our team and play a key role in ensuring smooth and accurate payroll operations.

• Support the Payroll Manager and team with day‑to‑day tasks and ad‑hoc priorities.
• Communicate effectively with employees to keep payroll processes running seamlessly.
• Maintain accurate filing and records in line with company guidelines and GDPR.
• Handle incoming mail and calls, ensuring queries are managed professionally.
• Assist with annual events such as pay reviews and bonus payments.
• Input and verify data in Resource Link, including new starters, leavers, and changes.
• Keep payroll‑related personnel files up to date.

• Basic understanding of current HMRC payroll regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• A customer‑focused attitude with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage workload effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills.

Competitive salary package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme for ultra‑low emissions cars.
• Salary sacrifice cycle scheme.
• WeCare app, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
• LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high‑street and online brands.
• Life insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay.

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right‑to‑work checks and certain sites require 5‑years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from recruitment agencies unless DSV has engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward‑thinking company – this is the place to be.

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