Payroll and Compliance Administrator

Payroll and Compliance administrator – Salary: £28,000 + Benefits + Career Development Opportunities, Location: Gloucester, Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon–Fri 07:30–16:30 & 08:30-17:30, free on site parking, free tea & coffee, regular social and team building events.
 
The Role
We’re seeking a detail-driven Payroll and Compliance administrator , in this role, you’ll manage the accurate processing of weekly payroll and associated administration, ensuring our contingent workforce is paid correctly and on time, while also supporting wider branch operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills, high attention to detail, and a passion for delivering excellent service to clients, candidates, and colleagues.
 
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll Processing: Accurately prepare and process weekly payroll for contingent workers, meeting strict deadlines.
- Invoicing: Raise and process client invoices, including permanent placement fees, credits, and adjustments.
- Compliance: Maintain legislative and contractual compliance (e.g., Right to Work checks, references, pre-employment screening, DBS, and credit checks).
- Systems Management: Accurately input and maintain data across systems (ATS, VMS, payroll software) to ensure accurate records.
- Queries: Handle payroll, invoicing, and contract-related queries promptly and professionally.
- Reporting: Collate and analyse payroll and management information for internal and client reporting.
- Administrative Support: Assist with general branch administration, supporting recruitment operations and service delivery.
 
What We’re Looking For
- Proven payroll processing experience (weekly payroll desirable).
- Solid administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory payments (SMP, SSP), and holiday pay calculations (training provided if required).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
- Confident using IT systems and databases.
- A professional, proactive, and problem-solving approach to work.
 
Why Join Pertemps?
Opportunities to develop within one of the UK’s most trusted recruitment brands.
Recognition and rewards for high performance.
Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and friendly team.
 
For more information, please contact Josie at Pertemps on 01452 507500 or email josie@pertemps.co.uk