Payroll Administrator
| Posting date: | 24 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 August 2025 |
| Location: | London |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1228 |
Summary
Job Advert
Payroll Administrator
We’re looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our friendly HR team, based at our London office, providing payroll support
across all our sites.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Payroll Administrator with strong reporting and analytical skills.
At The Compleat Food Group we’re on a mission to create tasting food that’s better for people and the planet, we call it ‘Food to
Feel Good’. We pride ourselves on being a business that gives equal emphasis to HOW we operate as well as the financial results we
achieve.
Our 5,500 (and growing) fantastic people are what make this possible. They are passionate about creating delicious products for UK
consumers, leading retailers and our exciting, market leading brands, which include Wall’s Pastry, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean and
Unearthed.
Location: London, Battersea
Working Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5pm
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Your objectives:
* To accurately capture payroll information by collecting, calculating and inputting data on our integrated HR & Payroll system.
* To ensure the successful processing of the monthly payroll and review pre and post commit payroll reports.
* To be the first point of contact for Line Manager and employees on all payroll queries.
* To action daily administrative tasks within the wider HR department.
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
* Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the monthly payroll including starters, leavers, contract changes, salary
increases etc., using our outsourced payroll system ADP iHCM.
* Deal with queries from employees relating to pay and benefits, escalating more complex enquiries to our payroll provider.
* Create and run reports and analysis for various stakeholders.
* Carry out ‘Right to Work’ checks for new starters and monitor expiry dates of Visas/ Residence Permits.
* Maintain and manage pension administration and liaise with our pension provider Aviva
* Administer all holiday and absence records.
* Support the Financial Director in the end of tax year processing, including P60’s and P11D’s.
* Provide administrative support to the HR Manager
* Maintaining and updating electronic personnel files.
* Supporting key projects within the HR team as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
* Proactive and have experience in working in a fast-paced HR/Payroll Department
* A flexible & resilient approach to work
* Great attention to detail, enjoy processing a range of data to tight deadlines
* Naturally collaborative, willing to ‘roll up your sleeves and take on any task
* A strong communicator, able to develop and build relationships with a range of people
* Discrete and professional, able to handle confidential information
* A problem solver who is focused on business solutions
* You can adapt to changing needs while delivering to tight and conflicting deadlines
* Able to prioritize own tasks/ multi-task
Skills and Experience:
* Previous experience in an administrative payroll role with experience of ADP iHCM
* Strong data analysis, proficient use of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel
* Ability to manage and maintain a wide range of information, keen eye for detail
What's in it for you?
* Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real
difference.
* Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves
to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
Payroll Administrator
We’re looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our friendly HR team, based at our London office, providing payroll support
across all our sites.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Payroll Administrator with strong reporting and analytical skills.
At The Compleat Food Group we’re on a mission to create tasting food that’s better for people and the planet, we call it ‘Food to
Feel Good’. We pride ourselves on being a business that gives equal emphasis to HOW we operate as well as the financial results we
achieve.
Our 5,500 (and growing) fantastic people are what make this possible. They are passionate about creating delicious products for UK
consumers, leading retailers and our exciting, market leading brands, which include Wall’s Pastry, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean and
Unearthed.
Location: London, Battersea
Working Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5pm
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Your objectives:
* To accurately capture payroll information by collecting, calculating and inputting data on our integrated HR & Payroll system.
* To ensure the successful processing of the monthly payroll and review pre and post commit payroll reports.
* To be the first point of contact for Line Manager and employees on all payroll queries.
* To action daily administrative tasks within the wider HR department.
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
* Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the monthly payroll including starters, leavers, contract changes, salary
increases etc., using our outsourced payroll system ADP iHCM.
* Deal with queries from employees relating to pay and benefits, escalating more complex enquiries to our payroll provider.
* Create and run reports and analysis for various stakeholders.
* Carry out ‘Right to Work’ checks for new starters and monitor expiry dates of Visas/ Residence Permits.
* Maintain and manage pension administration and liaise with our pension provider Aviva
* Administer all holiday and absence records.
* Support the Financial Director in the end of tax year processing, including P60’s and P11D’s.
* Provide administrative support to the HR Manager
* Maintaining and updating electronic personnel files.
* Supporting key projects within the HR team as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
* Proactive and have experience in working in a fast-paced HR/Payroll Department
* A flexible & resilient approach to work
* Great attention to detail, enjoy processing a range of data to tight deadlines
* Naturally collaborative, willing to ‘roll up your sleeves and take on any task
* A strong communicator, able to develop and build relationships with a range of people
* Discrete and professional, able to handle confidential information
* A problem solver who is focused on business solutions
* You can adapt to changing needs while delivering to tight and conflicting deadlines
* Able to prioritize own tasks/ multi-task
Skills and Experience:
* Previous experience in an administrative payroll role with experience of ADP iHCM
* Strong data analysis, proficient use of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel
* Ability to manage and maintain a wide range of information, keen eye for detail
What's in it for you?
* Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real
difference.
* Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves
to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.