Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Location: Norwich
Salary: £45,000 (DOE)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home (Flexible)

We're working with a well-established organisation looking for a detail-focused and dependable Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of payroll and employee benefits across multiple UK sites, ensuring accuracy, compliance and a smooth experience for employees.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the full payroll cycle each month in collaboration with a third-party provider, ensuring all data is accurate and deadlines are met
• Maintain and update employee records for pay, benefits, time and attendance and any changes such as salary reviews or role changes
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits including healthcare, life assurance, and pensions, handling enrolments, changes, and terminations
• Support monthly reporting and reconciliation processes, ensuring accurate data is provided to internal stakeholders
• Act as the first point of contact for all payroll and benefits queries, offering clear and timely support to employees
• Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and tax codes, ensuring all processes remain compliant
• Contribute to audits and support continuous improvement of payroll and benefit processes
• Assist with reviewing and negotiating benefit provider contracts to ensure value and competitiveness

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in end-to-end UK payroll and benefits administration
• Solid understanding of payroll legislation and statutory compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
• Confident using payroll systems and Excel
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• A proactive mindset, always looking for ways to improve processes and employee experience

• Desirable: Experience using Workday
• Desirable: Knowledge of salary sacrifice

If you're looking for a role where you can take full ownership of payroll and benefits in a collaborative, people-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.

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