Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator, SOCOTEC, Competitive salary, Burton Upon Trent

To support our ambitious growth plans we have a great opportunity to join our Central Services teams here at SOCOTEC UK. With over 2000 UK employees our Central Services functions are key to ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Based in Burton Upon Trent, working across the specialisms in HR, Marketing, Finance and IT we pride ourselves of partnering and support our operational divisions to deliver a world class service to our customers.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our Payroll Team within the HR Shared Services Centre. Reporting to the Payroll & Benefits Manager, the Payroll Administrator will play a key role in supporting the accurate and timely processing of payroll for our employees. This role involves assisting in day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring data accuracy, compliance with regulations, and timely execution of payroll processes. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a willingness to learn.

Here at SOCOTEC we understand that we deliver excellence to our customers by having the very best people, to be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience with payroll processes or systems is advantageous - preferably Civica HR & Payroll.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong numerical aptitude to ensure accuracy in processing payroll data and resolving discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changes in the payroll landscape while ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies.
• High levels of computer literacy particularly advanced Excel knowledge and skills

SOCOTEC are the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and compliance services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us you’ll be part of a 2000-strong team, this means we will give you flexibility and unparalleled opportunities to develop your own career.

We are committed to personal and professional development and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry leading, expert professionals and get exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

In return, we offer a competitive salary with all the benefits of working for a dynamic and growing organisation including 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy additional holidays, enhanced company pension, smart/ hybrid working options, EAP, discounts on high street shopping and gym memberships.

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to your application.