Payroll Administrator

We are recruiting for a leading company dedicated to delivering high-quality research solutions. We are now looking for a meticulous and organised Part-Time Payroll Administrator the team on a 12 month FTC The Role In…

Pay rate £30,000 – £34,000/year
Contract type Contract
Posted 9 September 2026

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We are recruiting for a leading company dedicated to delivering high-quality research solutions. We are now looking for a meticulous and organised Part-Time Payroll Administrator the team on a 12 month FTC

The Role

In this position, you will take ownership of our end-to-end payroll processing for up to 16 hours a week. You will ensure our dedicated laboratory and administrative staff are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining full compliance with statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing: Manage the end-to-end processing of monthly payroll for all salaried and hourly contracted laboratory staff.
Data Management: Calculate and input overtime, shift allowances, sickness (SSP), maternity/paternity pay, and unpaid leave.
Pensions & Benefits: Administer workplace pension contributions and student loan deductions.
Compliance & Reporting: Submit accurate RTI data to HMRC and process year-end requirements (P60s, P45s).
Queries: Act as the first point of contact for staff payroll queries, resolving them efficiently and discreetly.

What We Are Looking For

Proven experience as a Payroll Administrator or in a similar finance/HR administration role.
Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC regulations, and auto-enrolment pensions.
Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality.
Excellent communication skills

What We Offer

Highly flexible working hours spread across 2-4 days to suit your schedule.
Pro-rata annual leave and company pension scheme.
A supportive, modern work environment within a cutting-edge industry.
Free on-site parking and access to employee well-being programmes.

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