Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Payroll and Benefits Administrator: Newcastle

Permanent: £26,000 - £29,000 + excellent benefits

Hybrid Working: 2 days in the office 3 days working from home

Start: ASAP

Payroll & Benefits Administrator

A leading UK-based services and infrastructure organisation is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join its centralised function in Newcastle. You'll be instrumental in delivering accurate payroll and benefits administration for a large, complex workforce of over 12,000 employees.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end payroll processes: variable data input, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP), and BACS runs

• Handling payroll-related queries and collaborating with line managers and HR teams

• Administering pensions and benefits: auto-enrolment, uploads to provider portals, and annual returns

• Supporting statutory compliance: P45s, P60s, RTI submissions, and tax code updates

• Updating employee benefits portals and reconciling payments

• Assisting in the annual employee benefits enrolment process

Key requirements

• Strong working knowledge of payroll and benefits processes
• Accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent attention to detail
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and understanding of GDPR
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable Experience

• Experience in a payroll or HR Shared Service environment
• SAP, Oracle, or ADP system knowledge
• Familiarity with public sector pension schemes (LGPS, NHS, Civil Service)
• CIPP qualification

About the Organisation

You'll be joining a nationally recognised employer delivering essential infrastructure and energy services across the UK. With a culture built on accountability, respect, and service excellence, the organisation prides itself on creating a collaborative and agile working environment where people thrive.

The division supports a wide range of internal functions, including HR, Finance, and IT, serving multiple sectors with varied and complex payroll and benefits requirements.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and inclusive working culture
• Exposure to multiple payroll systems and schemes
• Career development opportunities within a large, national employer

Apply now to become part of a purpose-driven team committed to delivering high-quality, employee-focused payroll and benefits services

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