Payroll Administrator

Job role - Payroll Administrator
Location - South Normanton (relocating in 2026)
Salary - £27,000 - £29,000
Type - Permanent, full-time, hybrid

Macildowie are working with a large business based in the North West of Nottinghamshire (who have a planned relocation in 2026); they are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their small Payroll team.

This role sits within a very well-established organisation in the wider manufacturing sector, supporting the processing of monthly payroll for approximately 1,000 employees. Reporting to the Payroll Services Manager, you'll play a key part in ensuring payroll accuracy, handling queries, and maintaining compliance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the preparation and processing of payroll for all UK employees.
• Handling employee payroll queries promptly and professionally.
• Assisting with managing new starters, leavers, overtime, bonus, and statutory payments.
• Support with administering pensions, HMRC submissions, and payroll documentation.
• Ensuring accurate data maintenance and reporting at all times.

Requirements for the role:

• Strong numeracy, literacy, and Excel skills (ideally to include formulas, pivot tables, and lookups).
• Highly organised with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Experience working in an Payroll admin function.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on confidentiality and service.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working pattern, 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, and the opportunity to develop your payroll career in a supportive team.

Please note: You MUST be flexible to the upcoming relocation of the main office (please contact Macildowie for more information about this).

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