Payroll & Benefits Assistant (Part-time)

Day to Day Key Responsibilities

• Support the accurate and timely processing of monthly and fortnightly payroll for permanent employees and casual workers.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, ensuring all employee data, changes and adjustments are processed correctly.
• Support payroll reconciliations and investigate discrepancies where required.
• Assist with the administration of holiday pay, statutory payments, deductions and other payroll-related calculations.
• Work closely with Finance and People team to ensure payroll information is accurate and aligned with business requirements.

• Act as a key point of contact for employee payroll and benefits queries, providing timely and accurate support.
• Investigate and resolve payroll-related issues, escalating where appropriate.
• Provide clear explanations of pay-related matters and support a positive colleague experience.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.

• Support compliance with HMRC requirements, payroll legislation and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support payroll audits when required.
• Ensure payroll processes are completed in line with agreed deadlines and controls.
• Support the preparation of payroll reports and data analysis where required.

• Support the administration of employee benefits, including enrolment, changes and employee communications.
• Assist with cyclical reward activities and People initiatives.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and support continuous improvement of reward processes.

• Identify opportunities to improve payroll and benefits processes, systems and ways of working.
• Support improvements to payroll documentation, procedures and employee guidance.
• Build strong working relationships across People, Finance and operational teams.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous experience working within payroll
• Experience supporting payroll processing within a high-volume or multi-contract environment.
• Good understanding of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory deductions.
• Experience using payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Experience working with confidential employee information.

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Trustworthy and discreet when handling sensitive information.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain payroll matters clearly.
• Customer-focused with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build positive relationships across the business.

Job Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance (Vitality) – including Virtual GP access and rewards
• Group Life Assurance – 4x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary
• Birthday Day Off – an extra day to celebrate
• Complimentary Meals on Shift – breakfast, lunch, fruit and hot drinks
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Platform – including counselling support
• Company Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Allowance – plus bank holidays
• Career Development Opportunities – with progression across the campus