Job Description

Salary

Grade 4 - 32,767 - 36,197

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full time

Package

Fixed Term (12 Months), Full Time (36 Hours)
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

Job category/type

HR/Payroll/L&D

Date posted

06/01/2026

Job reference

BH000849

Join our team as a Payroll Advisor

The Payroll Advisor plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time and that payroll and pension arrangements are managed in line with legal and organisational requirements. Working within the Payroll and Pensions Team, you'll provide reliable advice, maintain robust systems and deliver high-quality payroll services that support colleagues and managers across the organisation.

This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail and a customer-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver accurate and timely payroll and pension services, meeting statutory deadlines and internal controls.
+ Process end-to-end payroll activities including starters, leavers, contractual changes and reconciliations.
+ Carry out salary and pension calculations, ensuring compliance with legislation and internal procedures.
+ Complete monthly payroll checks and data validations to maintain accuracy and compliance.
+ Provide clear advice and guidance to employees and managers on payroll and pension matters.
+ Produce and analyse payroll and pension data to support reporting and business decisions.
+ Support payroll and pension projects and contribute to continuous service improvement.
+ Work collaboratively with HR Systems colleagues to improve processes and systems.
+ Ensure Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is embedded in all decisions and interactions.
+ Identify and report health and safety issues, sharing learning where appropriate.

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience delivering end-to-end payroll processing in a complex organisation.
+ Strong knowledge of payroll and pension legislation, including tax, National Insurance, statutory payments and auto-enrolment.
+ Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.
+ Experience handling sensitive personal and financial data, with a strong understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
+ Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to advise colleagues and managers clearly.
+ Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
+ Confident using payroll systems and digital tools, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.
+ Experience using a HR/Payroll system such as iTrent is desirable.
+ Level 3 CIPP qualification in Payroll and/or Pension Administration is desirable.
+ A commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and to working in line with organisational values.

What we offer

Hybrid working & flexibility - supporting work-life balance
+ Generous annual leave - starting at 27 days, rising to 32 days after 5 years
+ Birthday day off - take your birthday as paid leave
+ Buy or sell annual leave - flexible options to suit your lifestyle
+ Local bank holiday - extra day off around New Year
+ Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
+ Free on-site parking at key office locations
+ Employee Assistance Programme - emotional wellbeing support for you and your family
+ Cycle to Work & Car Leasing Schemes - save on tax and NI
+ Pension scheme with life insurance cover
+ Healthcare cash plan - claim back costs for dental, optical, physio & more
+ Lifestyle discounts - cashback and savings at major retailers
+ Learning & development opportunities - grow your career
+ Volunteer days - up to 5 paid days to give back

Interview Date(s):

Date to be confirmed in early February 2026.

Are you ready to play your part?

.

Applying Instructions

In your cover letter, please provide examples that meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the Role Profile and Person Specification. Selection for interview will be based on this information.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

As a

Disability Confident employer

, we aim to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact

hello@boltonathome.org.uk

if you need any support with your application