Payroll Administrator - South Manchester
| Posting date: | 20 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £35,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £35,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 May 2026 |
| Location: | Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester, M14BT |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4717919_1779288430 |
Summary
Your new company
This leading organisation is seeking a full-time payroll administrator to join their established team on an interim basis. You will work hybrid from their office (2-3 days in the office, with flexible working hours).
Your new role
Within your new role, you will work alongside the HR team to ensure an accurate payroll is delivered on time by the outsourced provider, cross-reference any payments and re-calculate any adjustments that need to be made. You will be the main point of contact for any payroll queries and be able to assist with any payroll data changes that need to be made.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience managing end‑to‑end payroll operations in a complex organisation.
- Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation (HMRC, PAYE, NI, pensions, statutory payments).
- Experience liaising with clients, support with day-to-day queries to maintain established working relationships
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency with payroll systems and Excel; comfortable working with large volumes and varied payroll cycles
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Desirable skills:
- CIPP qualification (Foundation or Diploma level).
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now on 01612367272.
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