Payroll Assistant

Location: Derbyshire
Closing date: 21 September 2025

Payroll Assistant – Join Our HR Services Team

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for people and precision? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and customer service go hand in hand? If so, we’d love to welcome you to our HR Services team as a Payroll Assistant.

Why This Role Matters

As a Payroll Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality payroll and data services to managers, employees, and external clients. You’ll be the go-to expert for processing transactions, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring our people get paid accurately and on time.

Who You’ll Work With

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you’ll collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including:
•    HR Leadership Team
•    HR Systems, Pay & Reward, and Recruitment Teams
•    HR Business Partners and Resourcing Managers
•    Pension Funds and external clients
Your ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively will be key to your success.

What You’ll Be Doing

•    Processing HR and payroll transactions using our HR database (SAP)
•    Ensuring data accuracy across organisational structures and employee records
•    Providing top-tier customer support to internal and external stakeholders
•    Suggesting improvements to streamline processes and enhance service delivery
•    Handling enquiries and resolving issues with professionalism and care
•    Upholding confidentiality and data protection standards

What You’ll Bring

Essential:
•    Experience in administrative and customer service roles
•    Strong numeracy, literacy, and organisational skills
•    Ability to analyse information and prioritise tasks
•    Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•    4 GCSEs (Grades 7–4) or equivalent

Desirable:
•    Experience with SAP payroll software
•    Familiarity with hybrid working environments
•    Willingness to work towards a CIPP qualification

Our Commitment to You

We’re proud to promote a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise health and safety, champion innovation, and uphold the highest standards of information security. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and personal development.

Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in HR and payroll, we’d love to hear from you!

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 6th October 2025