Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Milton Keynes
£36,000 - £48,000/annum
PCD300079

Payroll Specialist – the organisation is advertising on behalf of an independent pension administration services company who are seeking an experienced and hands-on Payroll Specialist to join their expanding team in this full-time, permanent position, working from their offices in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.

About the role:
As Payroll Specialist, you’ll be responsible for managing and processing payroll for both internal employees and external customers. You’ll ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations, including weekly customer payroll runs and monthly company payroll. Working closely with internal teams and customers, you’ll provide clear guidance and resolution for payroll queries, maintain records, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Working hours are full-time, 35 hours per week.

About you:
As Payroll Specialist, you’ll be an experienced professional with a minimum of 4 years’ payroll experience, ideally within both internal company payroll and pension administration. You will have strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax, NI, and pension regulations, as well as experience handling statutory reporting, RTI submissions, and reconciliations. Proficient in payroll software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft spreadsheet software, you are highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to communicate effectively with employees, customers, and senior management. AAT or similar finance-related qualification is desirable.
If you have the relevant skills and experience for the Payroll Specialist role and would like to apply, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Additional keywords: Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, Sage Payroll, the tax authority Reporting, RTI Submission, UK Payroll Legislation, Tax & NI Compliance, GDPR, AAT Qualified, Pension Administration, Financial Services.
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Permanent

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Process monthly and ad hoc payroll for internal employees and pension customers, ensuring accuracy in payments and deductions.
Maintain payroll records, ensure statutory compliance (tax, NI, benefits, pensions), and perform RTI submissions and the tax authority reconciliations.
Handle payroll queries from employees and customers promptly, resolving discrepancies and providing guidance on processes.
Prepare and submit payroll reports, including summaries, cost analysis, and customer payslips.
Validate timesheets and accurately input payroll data into systems.
Ensure GDPR and data protection compliance across all payroll operations.
Stay up-to-date with payroll legislation and best practices affecting customer operations.

Fantastic company benefits include:
Competitive Salary:£36,000 - £48,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Holiday: 23 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day for each full year of service (max 27 days).
Other: Private medical insurance, Life insurance, sick pay, birthday day off, flexible working

Why them:
They provide independent pension administration services, offering tailored and flexible solutions that empower individuals to manage their savings and retirement plans with confidence. Their approach is founded on trust, expertise, and a strong commitment to delivering excellent outcomes for clients. By joining their team, you’ll become part of a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking organisation that values accuracy, integrity, and outstanding service.