Full time

Payroll Administrator

Pertemps Plymouth
Plymouth, PL1 1DS
money-bag competitive
Posted: 07 July 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 06 August 2026
Ref: 60346000

About the Role

This role is for a Payroll Administrator based in Plymouth, offering a full-time, temp-to-permanent contract with a salary of £28,000 per annum. Working Monday to Friday from 08:45 to 17:30, you will support the delivery of precise payroll services alongside the Payroll Manager and Assistant Manager. Key responsibilities include processing statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, and SPP, handling tax and National Insurance contributions, and ensuring compliance with current legislation. The position requires proven experience in payroll administration, strong attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of statutory deductions. This role is suited to a professional seeking a stable, long-term position within an established Plymouth team.


Payroll Administrator
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Job Type: Temp-to-Perm
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 08:45am – 5:30pm
Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy and established payroll team in Plymouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to secure a long-term position within a fast-paced environment. Working closely with the Payroll Manager and Assistant Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services while ensuring compliance with current legislation and company procedures.
Key Responsibilities

  • Support the day-to-day processing of payroll activities.
  • Administer statutory payments including SSP, SMP and SPP.
  • Process Tax and National Insurance calculations.
  • Assist with annual audit checks and payroll reconciliations.
  • Support HMRC-related requirements, including PSA Agreements and P11Ds (desirable).
  • Administer and maintain salary sacrifice schemes.
  • Ensure payroll records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
  • Adhere to GDPR and confidentiality policies at all times.
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy when processing payroll data.
  • Work to strict deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively.
  • Provide support across the wider office team when required.
About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have previous payroll experience within a dedicated payroll function and be confident managing payroll data in a busy environment.
You will possess:
  • Previous payroll administration experience.
  • Good knowledge of payroll processes, statutory payments, Tax and National Insurance.
  • Strong Excel and IT skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with colleagues at all levels.
  • A thorough understanding of confidentiality and GDPR requirements.
  • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • A flexible, proactive and adaptable approach to work.
Desirable Experience
  • Zellis ResourceLink Payroll Software.
  • UKG Workforce Management systems.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary 
  • Pension scheme.
  • Long service awards.
  • Employee discount scheme.
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the temporary period.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional seeking a varied and rewarding role with a reputable employer. Apply today through Pertemps to be considered.

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