At a Glance
- Tasks: Support payroll processes for over 3,500 employees in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a market-leading international organisation in Central London.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, private medical insurance, and a dog-friendly office.
- Other info: Great opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on payroll accuracy while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Previous UK payroll experience and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
- Central London (Hybrid – 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home)
- 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
JGA are delighted to be partnering with a market-leading international organisation to recruit a Payroll Administrator for their European Head Office based in Central London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established payroll team supporting over 3,500 employees across the UK and Europe.
Working within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, you'll play a key role in delivering an accurate, compliant, and timely payroll service across multiple brands.
The Role
Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you'll support the end-to-end payroll process while working closely with HR, Finance, and key stakeholders to ensure payroll is delivered accurately each month.
Key Responsibilities
- Process monthly payroll changes, including starters, leavers, contractual amendments, and employee updates.
- Maintain payroll and time & attendance records.
- Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Support pension administration, including auto-enrolment and opt-outs.
- Process statutory payments, including SSP, SMP, SAP, and SPP.
- Liaise with HMRC and ensure payroll compliance.
- Work closely with HR to support payroll and benefits administration.
- Resolve payroll queries efficiently while delivering excellent customer service.
- Support payroll projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Ensure payroll controls, audit requirements, and service level agreements are consistently achieved.
About You
- Previous UK payroll processing experience.
- Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and statutory payments.
- Excellent attention to detail with strong data entry skills.
- Experience working to strict payroll deadlines in a busy environment.
- Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for improving payroll processes.
- Experience using time & attendance systems would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
- Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
- Flexible start and finish times
- Private Medical Insurance
- Free on-site gym and discounted external gym membership
- Dog-friendly office
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Modern offices
- Privacy Notice
JGA Recruitment Group Ltd (“We”) are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
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Payroll Administrator employer: JGA Recruitment Group | B Corp™
At JGA Recruitment Group, we pride ourselves on being a B Corp™ certified employer that values sustainability and social responsibility. Our hybrid work model promotes flexibility and work-life balance, while our collaborative culture fosters innovation and professional growth. With opportunities to engage with senior stakeholders and lead impactful projects, you will find a rewarding environment that supports your career development in the dynamic field of workforce reward.
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JGA Recruitment Group | B Corp™ Recruitment Team
