Job Description

Vacancy Title:

Payroll Coordinator - Finance Shared Services

Vacancy Location:

Dunmurry (Hybrid)

Engagement Type

: Temporary (4 months), Immediate start

Who are Survitec and what do we do?

Survitec are the world's largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology.



Today, we are a global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe.

That's why the world's leading maritime, defence & government, energy and aerospace organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the Gold Award by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Your New Role

Implements and performs a variety of payroll administrative processes and tasks including employee time record-keeping and payroll. Often handles sensitive employee and company information, which requires that they maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

What You Can Expect from the Role

This family develops, refines, and implements the financial policies, plans, measures and controls to safeguard and accurately report on the financial results of the business

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Organises and prepares accurate payroll information to meet processing deadlines. Responsible for gathering and summarising data for special reports


Delivers accurate and timely processing of timesheet information to support payroll process


Builds effective working relationships within the internal client organisation, delivering high-quality professional services with guidance from senior colleagues


Creates and ensures compliance with document management system guidelines, ensuring appropriate timekeeping data is recorded and managed


Resolves queries from internal customers by providing appropriate payroll information, referring to others where necessary for interpretation of policy and ensuring adherence to data protection and company data access guidelines


Initiates and monitors the payroll onboarding and/or offboarding processes, to ensure all payroll files are completed and accurate, checked and delivered efficiently to agreed timelines


Develops knowledge and understanding of Survitec's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards.

Obtains authorisation from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions to mandatory procedure


Creates an environment where everyone in the team can live the Survitec Values


Creates an inclusive environment where our people feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work


Understands, upholds, and contributes to creating a safety-first culture within Survitec. Ensures a safe and healthy working environment


Develops own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gains or maintains external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfil personal potential


Maintains an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education and reading specialist media

The Experience, Qualifications and Skills You Will Have

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments


Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences


Makes sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems


Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives


Anticipates and adopts innovations in digital and technology applications


Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with Survitec goals


Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement


Makes good and timely decisions that keep Survitec moving forward


Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions

Essential Criteria:

Educated to High School / Further Education level, with 2 A Levels or equivalent


Relevant experience in a similar role

Desirable Criteria:

CIPP qualification


Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged



Please note no formal managerial experience is required

Why You Should Work for Us

34 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays) Additional day off to celebrate your birthday Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Training & Professional Development Employee Assistance Programme Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme


You will have the opportunity to develop in your role and feel proud of the work you do. Working at Survitec is fast paced but incredibly rewarding. This is not just another job; this is your career.

How to Apply

Please note, we do not accept direct applications via email, nor do we accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies.



Survitec is an equal opportunities employer. Our diverse global workforce protects lives, every single day. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture where our people feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work. Because, to provide service and excellence to our customers we must mirror their diversity. But more importantly because it is the right thing to do.



At Survitec, we want you to have the best possible interview experience with us and we are also committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are happy to make any necessary accommodations to ensure you can showcase your skills to the best of your ability, should you require any reasonable adjustments, please don't hesitate to let us know.