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We are proud to be partnering with an industry leader in the field of sustainable manufacturing. A world-renowned player with a respected brand; they have carved out a reputation for innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional customer service. We’re recruiting for an experienced and detail-driven Payroll Officer on a temporary-to-permanent basis to oversee and manage all aspects of payroll and pensions for a dynamic, multi-site organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, people-focused company that values compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re an experienced Payroll Officer looking for a new challenge or a capable payroll professional ready to step into a role with greater ownership, this could be the role for you.
Responsibilities will include:
- Manage end-to-end weekly and monthly payroll processing with full ownership of new starters, changes, leavers, and compliance.
- Ensure 100% accuracy and legal compliance with all payroll records and internal audits.
- Lead on complex pay structures including overtime, bonuses, allowances, and commission.
- Calculate and record statutory payments (sickness, maternity, paternity) and manage holiday pay weekly.
- Ensure all HMRC and statutory reporting is accurate and timely, including RTI submissions, P11D processing, and year-end tasks.
- Support and train Site Office Managers on local payroll responsibilities.
- Liaise with third parties on deductions (e.g. AOE, union, child support, benefits).
- Reconcile payroll to finance ledgers and ensure accuracy of costings.
- Take ownership of pension administration: auto-enrolment, deductions, amendments, and liaising with providers.
- Respond efficiently to payroll queries and continuously improve payrollprocesses for a better employee experience.
The successful candidate will possess solid experience managing payroll end-to-end in a multi-site or medium-to-large organisation. You will have a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, and pension schemes. A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and good communication skills are essential.
My client offers hybrid working (3 days on-site, 2 days WFH). They are a reputable, international brand with a strong, supportive culture. They can offer flexible hours, with a choice of between 32-35 hours to suit your lifestyle. You will receive 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a suite of excellent benefits. This is an opportunity with genuine scope to add value and grow in a pivotal, trusted role.
Interested in progressing your application? Apply without delay.
