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We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator Apprentice to join our Payroll team. This role offers the opportunity to gain practical payroll experience while studying towards the Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship Standard. You will support the accurate and timely processing of payroll while developing knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, statutory payments, and payroll legislation in line with HMRC requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Assist in processing weekly and monthly payrolls
Input and maintain employee payroll data including starters, leavers, contractual changes, tax codes and benefits
Support calculations for gross pay, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.)
Help ensure compliance with PAYE, NIC, Auto Enrolment pensions and other statutory requirements
Assist with Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC
Support payroll reconciliations and reporting
Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers in a professional and confidential manner
Maintain accurate payroll records in line with GDPR
Work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams
Complete apprenticeship training, coursework and End-Point assessment requirements
Requirements:
GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English
Strong interest in finance, payroll, or administration
Good IT skills and attention to detail
Commitment to completing apprenticeship training
Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
Knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments
Knowledge of pension auto-enrolment processes
Knowledge of basic accounting principles
Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality
Accurate data entry and attention to detail
Numeracy and ability to interpret payroll calculations
Use of payroll software and Microsoft Excel
Communication skills for handling payroll queries
Ability to work to deadlines
Professional and ethical approach
Confidential and trustworthy
Organised and methodical
Willingness to learn and take responsibility
What we offer:
31 days holiday allowance
5% pension
Life assurance/insurance
Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments