Payroll Officer

Your new company Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join their payroll team on an 8-week temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional to support a large, complex organisation during a busy period, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services. The role will be based on-site and offers flexible working hours across a standard 36.25-hour working week. Your new role Processing end-to-end payroll for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll regulations Managing payroll calculations including salaries, overtime, allowances, statutory payments, and deductions Ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements including PAYE, NIC, and pension contributions Handling payroll queries from employees in a professional and timely manner Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring data integrity Supporting payroll reporting, reconciliations, and audits as required Working collaboratively with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll-related issues Assisting with process improvements and maintaining payroll best practiceWhat you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a payroll role, ideally within a large or complex organisation Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance Experience using payroll systems and handling high-volume payroll processing High attention to detail with excellent numerical and organisational skills Ability to manage deadlines and work accurately under pressure Confident communicator with a professional and customer-focused approachWhat you'll get in return Competitive salary between £30,000 - £33,000 (pro rata) Full-time hours: 36.25 per week Flexible working hours Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established, values-driven organisation Short-term contract ideal for immediate startersWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)