Immediate Start - Payroll Administrator

Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid - 2 days a week)

Salary Indicator: £35,000 - £42,000

Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join a commercial and global business. The Payroll & Benefits Administrator will be responsible for managing payroll processing and administering employee benefits programs. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive employee information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Processing: Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees, including data entry, calculation of wages, and deductions, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
2. Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks. Handle enrollment, changes, and terminations, and serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to benefits.
3. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding payroll and benefits administration. Stay up-to-date on changes in laws and regulations and implement necessary updates to policies and procedures.
4. Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to payroll, benefits, and employee data. Ensure confidentiality and security of employee information at all times.
5. Reporting: Prepare and distribute regular reports related to payroll and benefits, including payroll summaries, benefits enrollment reports, and other relevant metrics. Provide insights and analysis as needed to support decision-making.
6. Vendor Management: Coordinate with payroll service providers, benefits brokers, and other vendors to ensure smooth administration of payroll and benefits programs. Monitor vendor performance and escalate issues as necessary.
7. Employee Support: Assist employees with questions or concerns related to payroll, benefits, and other HR-related matters. Provide excellent customer service and timely resolution of issues.
8. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in payroll and benefits administration. Implement solutions to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the employee experience.

About you:

• Must have hands on payroll experience
• Ideally experience working a busy, large payroll