Payroll Officer

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.