Job Description

Payroll Administrator

Location:

Plymouth/Hybrid - expectation to be office based approx. 2 days per week

Salary:

24,308 - 25,500 plus performance bonus

Contract Type:

Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week)

About the Role

We're seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our busy Payroll Services team. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our payroll operations are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in line with service level agreements for both internal and external customers.

This is a great opportunity for someone with payroll knowledge who is highly organised, numerate, and customer focused.

What you'll be doing

Processing payroll transactions including starters, leavers, variations to pay, absences, deductions, and statutory payments. Ensuring all payments are accurate, timely, and compliant with legislation and company policies. Assisting with payroll reconciliation and end-of-period routines. Managing adjustments to pay and liaising with stakeholders to resolve issues. Handling payroll queries professionally and effectively. Contributing to improvements in payroll processes and systems. Supporting colleagues across Payroll Services to ensure smooth service delivery. Maintaining confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.

What we're looking for

Knowledge of statutory pay-related legislation, pension contributions, and employment law as it relates to payroll. Ideally, a payroll-related qualification or equivalent experience at administrator level. Competent ICT skills with experience of payroll systems. Good planning and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Why Join Delt?

Delt exists to make a difference. We're owned by the public sector but operate with a private sector mindset - agile, efficient, and impact-driven. Everything we do helps to support vital public services across the Southwest. If you want a role where your work truly matters, Delt could be the place for you.

Benefits include

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Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays Up to 12 Flex Leave days a year Matched contribution pension scheme up to 10% of salary Life assurance scheme Opportunities to buy and sell leave Employee shopping savings portal

Deadline for applications:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so please apply early. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy as suitable candidates are identified.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,308.00-25,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free flu jabs Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay
Experience:

Payroll: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Plymouth PL6 5QZ