Payroll Officer in Stoke-on-Trent

At bet365, we’re one of the world’s leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, offering an unmatched experience across 96 sports and 700,000 streaming events. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity.

As a Payroll Officer you will support in delivering payroll services to our UK operations to ensure all colleagues are paid accurately and on time in accordance with statutory legislation. Reporting to the Payroll Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that all payroll tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner. This role is integral to ensuring the smooth and accurate operation of our payroll function.

You will work collaboratively within the direct team as well as with our Human Resources and Accounts teams to guarantee that all colleagues receive their pay correctly and on time. A significant part of the role is to deliver a customer-focused payroll service, offering appropriate and responsive assistance and guidance to our internal customers – our colleagues. This involves ensuring that queries are handled efficiently and that the payroll function consistently meets the needs of the business and its employees.

This position is offered as a 12 months Fixed Term contract. The ideal candidate will be available to start immediately.

• Proven experience in payroll at a similar level.
• Experience administering multiple payrolls for a large company would be advantageous.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Excellent written, numerical and verbal skills.
• Ability to interact with key stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in the use of payroll software and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of statutory payroll legislation, payments and deductions.
• Ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines.

• Working as part of a team to ensure our colleagues are paid accurately and on time.
• Ensuring the timely collation and processing of data in accordance with internal procedures and statutory legislation.
• Analysing and reporting on payroll data.
• Maintaining payroll procedures and recommending areas for improvement.
• Supporting the Payroll and Deputy Payroll Manager as required.
• Collaborating with our Human Resources and Accounts teams.
• Working on the preparation and submission of third party payments and regulatory returns.
• Maintaining P11d and electronic payslip software.
• Providing a customer focused payroll function ensuring appropriate and responsive service and guidance to internal customers.

At bet365, we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We’re Never Ordinary, and we’re always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don’t hesitate to reach out.