Senior Payroll Administrator

Hybrid available We are working with a prestigious client in Newcastle who is seeking a highly skilled Senior Payroll Administrator to join their growing team. The Role As a Senior Payroll Administrator, you will: Take ownership of payroll processes, including data entry, validation, and analysis Run end-to-end payroll activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion Handle both standard and non-standard payroll tasks independently Liaise with the Pension Administration team and respond to payroll and pensioner queries Support senior colleagues with payroll projects and business development initiatives Mentor and train junior team members, checking their work to ensure accuracy Identify errors, resolve issues, and escalate when necessary Work proactively, managing your workload effectively and meeting strict deadlines. The person Essential: Considerable experience in payroll, including full end-to-end processing Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance Proven ability to manage high volumes of work with accuracy and attention to detail Experience with RTI and BACS submissions Skilled in manual payroll calculations Excellent communication and customer service skills, including handling calls and queries Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience training and mentoring junior colleagues Qualifications: Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above Benefits: Competitive salary with annual discretionary bonus 25 days' holiday (plus buy/sell flexibility) Pension matching scheme Healthcare plans and life assurance Retailer discounts and employee assistance programme Access to a digital GP service Paid volunteering days and referral bonuses Flexible benefits tailored to your needs TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-05