Payroll Administrator

Job Title: Payroll administrator and Compliance Coordinator
Location: High St, Romford RM1 1JU
Salary: £27,000.00 to £32,000.00 Per year
Job Description
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and organised Payroll administrator & Compliance Coordinator to join our growing internal team at REC Source.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the importance of accuracy, and enjoys supporting both operational and regulatory processes. You'll play a key part in ensuring workers are paid correctly and on time, while also maintaining full compliance with UK employment standards.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll:
* Process weekly timesheets for temporary workers via our in-house system
* Check hours, overtime, holiday accruals, and deductions
* Liaise with clients and consultants to resolve timesheet queries or discrepancies
* Submit payroll for internal approval and coordinate with the accounts department
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Compliance:
* Review right-to-work checks and maintain up-to-date compliance records (RTW, licences, share codes, etc.)
* Ensure all candidate documentation is collected and recorded in line with standards
* Regularly audit files to ensure ongoing compliance for active temps
* Support consultants in setting up new candidates and preparing them for placement
* Monitor expiries (documents, licences, etc.) and flag renewals proactively
Team Support:
- Work closely with Recruitment Consultants and Resourcers
- Provide guidance and updates on compliance standards and best practice
- Help onboard new internal hires by sharing compliance procedures and templates
Requirements
- Experience in payroll, compliance
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Comfortable working with spreadsheets and recruitment/HR software
- Understanding of employment legislation, RTW, AWR, or GLAA is a bonus
- Reliable, proactive, and keen to grow within a people-focused recruitment agency
Key Responsibilities
Payroll:
* Process weekly timesheets for temporary workers via our in-house system
* Check hours, overtime, holiday accruals, and deductions
* Liaise with clients and consultants to resolve timesheet queries or discrepancies
* Submit payroll for internal approval and coordinate with the accounts department
Compliance:
* Review right-to-work checks and maintain up-to-date compliance records (RTW, licences, share codes, etc.)
* Ensure all candidate documentation is collected and recorded in line with standards
* Regularly audit files to ensure ongoing compliance for active temps
* Support consultants in setting up new candidates and preparing them for placement
* Monitor expiries (documents, licences, etc.) and flag renewals proactively
Team Support:
* Work closely with Recruitment Consultants and Resourcers
* Provide guidance and updates on compliance standards and best practice
* Help onboard new internal hires by sharing compliance procedures and templates
Salary Package
* Yearly Salary: £27,000.00 to £32,000.00 (DOE)
* Additional Bonuses
Why Join REC Source?
* ISO9001:2015 certified, GLAA licensed & ALP member
* In-house recruitment platform
* Supportive and down-to-earth office culture
* Career growth potential across Payroll, Compliance, and Recruitment
* 20 days holiday + bank holidays
How to apply
If you’re looking to build a long-term career in payroll and compliance within the recruitment sector, apply today
Upload your CV or contact directly for more details.
Our Commitment
REC Source is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Our mission is to create a supportive workplace for everyone.
About Us
REC Source is a specialist recruitment agency providing tailored staffing solutions in the driving and industrial sectors. We focus on compliance, efficiency, and candidate satisfaction, ensuring a smooth recruitment process for both clients and job seekers. We continually strive to improve our processes, supporting our workers and exceeding client expectations through transparency and innovation