Payroll Administrator – Fixed Term (6‑8 months)

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Payroll Administrator to join our small payroll team on a 6‑8 month fixed‑term contract. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will support payroll processing for around 800 employees at our Leeds head office, ensuring accurate and timely payments.

Key responsibilities

• Process monthly payrolls accurately and meet all deadlines.
• Maintain the payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data.
• Process new starters, leavers and related adjustments.
• Respond to employee queries on pay, deductions, pensions and general payroll matters.
• Liaise with managers to ensure timesheets are logged and approved promptly.
• Process sickness and other absences in line with company policies.
• Manage employee changes including salary amendments, job titles and personal details.
• Process overtime payments, payroll deductions and benefits in kind.
• Handle statutory payments and support tax year‑end reporting (including P11Ds).
• Provide administrative support for the Group Personal Pension Plan, including opt‑ins, opt‑outs and scheme changes.
• Deliver general payroll administration support as required.

Required profile

• At least one year of previous administrative experience in a payroll function.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and exercise own initiative.
• Practical and logical problem‑solver.
• Resilient and comfortable working in a time‑sensitive environment.
• Personable and able to communicate effectively with employees and managers.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel – strong lookup and data‑manipulation abilities.
• Sage 50 Payroll (preferred, but not essential).