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Payroll Administrator

Colchester, Essex

Perfect Placement

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
3 hours ago
Salary
£35,000 - Annum
Recruiter
Perfect Placement
Closes
13 Jul 2026
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Our client, a reputable organisation committed to employee wellbeing and professional growth, is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team based in Colchester, Essex. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility with an initial full-time office presence during the probation period. As a key member of the payroll team, you will be responsible for processing payroll across multiple locations in the UK, Northern Ireland, and the Channel Islands.

Benefits of a Payroll Administrator:

Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum

33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, with an option to purchase or sell holiday days

Pension scheme and life assurance

Access to employee discounts and privileges, including vehicle schemes and service discounts

One paid charity volunteering day each year

Perks at Work discount website access

Hybrid working model (initially full-time in the office for the first 3 months)

Supportive team environment focusing on compliance, integrity, and employee wellbeing

Opportunities for professional development and career progressionDuties of a Payroll Administrator:

Assist with the end-to-end payroll process for approximately 3,000 employees across the UK, Northern Ireland, and the Channel Islands

Verify and process new starters, leavers, and data amendments such as salary adjustments, commissions, and bonuses

Generate, analyse, and distribute payroll and benefits reports

Maintain and update spreadsheets, databases, and payroll records to ensure accuracy

Provide guidance and support to colleagues regarding pay and benefits inquiries

Ensure compliance with statutory payroll requirements, including tax, national insurance, pensions, and statutory payments

Understand and apply legislation related to statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity, and company sick pay

Administer employee benefits programmes, including pensions, private medical insurance, and flexible benefits

Perform ad hoc payroll and benefits duties as requiredRequirements of a Payroll Administrator:

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a payroll or HR environment

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Excellent communication skills for handling employee queries effectively

Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team as a Payroll Administrator

Reside within a commutable distance to ColchesterContact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Colchester and Essex today to discover more about this fantastic Payroll Administrator opportunity. xjnqpsq

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please contact us today

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