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Admin Assistant (Payroll)
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 24,000 - 26,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Preston
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Admin Assistant (Payroll)
Location: Lytham St Annes (Office-based)
Contract Type: Fixed term, 6 months
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £24,000 – £26,000 per annum (depending on experience)
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Admin Assistant to join our clients Payroll & Benefits team on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, has a keen eye for accuracy, and thrives in a supportive, people-focused environment.
You’ll be helping to deliver payroll and benefits for over 1,000 colleagues, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on time.
Key responsibilities
Support the processing of payroll for over 1,000 colleagues with accuracy and compliance.
Handle timesheet calculations and statutory payments (sickness, maternity, paternity).
Record and manage absence data, including Bradford Factor calculations.
Administer employee benefits, including pensions.
Assist with payroll queries via email and provide accurate, timely responses.
Act as a trusted point of contact for payroll queries across the business.
Carry out ad hoc admin tasks to support the wider Payroll & Benefits team.What We’re Looking For
Strong Excel and data entry skills.
Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
Confident decision-making skills and strong attention to detail.
Clear and professional communication, both written and verbal.
A team player who can also work independently.
Adaptability and openness to new processes and systems.Desirable (but not essential):
Previous payroll experience.
Experience managing benefits in kind through payroll.
Background in flexible, process-driven environments.What’s in it for You
28 days holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata).
Contributory pension & life assurance.
Generous colleague discounts (extended to family & friends).
Wellbeing programme.
Employee & family support through the Retail Trust.
Opportunities to support charities and community initiatives.If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.
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