Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

Redditch | Office Based

Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 DOE

37.5 Hours Per Week - Monday to Friday 

Be the Payroll Expert Behind a Successful Multi-Site Business

Are you an experienced Payroll professional looking for a role where you can truly take ownership and make a difference?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business with operations across multiple locations. This is a standalone Payroll position where you'll be trusted to manage the entire payroll process for approximately 300 employees while working closely with HR, Accounts and operational managers.

If you enjoy autonomy, thrive on accuracy and take pride in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Why Join?

• Take ownership of the complete payroll function
• Work for a successful and established organisation
• Flexible start times between 8:00am and 9:30am
• Varied role with exposure to payroll, pensions, benefits and reporting
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunity to improve processes and add real value

The Role

As Payroll Officer, you'll be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll cycle for around 300 employees across several locations.

You'll become the go-to person for all payroll matters, ensuring payroll is delivered accurately, efficiently and in full compliance with current legislation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing monthly payroll from start to finish
• Managing starters, leavers and contractual changes
• Processing overtime, absence, statutory payments and deductions
• Administering workplace pensions and employee benefits
• Completing HMRC submissions and year-end payroll activities
• Producing payroll reports and reconciliations
• Supporting managers with labour and attendance records
• Responding to payroll queries from employees and management
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies

About You

We're looking for someone who can confidently manage payroll independently and take ownership of deadlines without requiring day-to-day supervision.

You'll ideally have:

• Proven end-to-end payroll experience
• Strong understanding of PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments
• Experience administering pensions and payroll compliance requirements
• Knowledge of P45s, P60s and P11Ds
• Strong Excel and payroll systems experience
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• A proactive and professional approach to problem-solving

Advantageous Experience

• Sage Payroll
• Planday
• Multi-site payroll environments
• Payroll qualifications (CIPP or equivalent)

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Payroll professional who wants more than just processing payroll. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own function, influence improvements and become a valued part of a successful business where your expertise genuinely matters.

Ready for your next challenge?

Apply today through Hawk 3 Talent Solutions for immediate consideration

Closing date is 10.12.2026. Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

If you would like to apply for the role of Payroll Officer, then please email your CV to donna.gibson@hawk-3.com

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