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Payroll assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Gloucester Full-time GBP 23,000 – 28,000
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Payroll Assistant
Permanent and Full-time; potential for Hybrid working
£25-28,000 per annum
Gloucestershire

Step into a role where you can build your payroll skills in a supportive, friendly team of four. You'll help deliver accurate and timely payroll services across a variety of clients and industries, gaining hands-on experience and growing your confidence.
What you'll be doing

  • Supporting payroll processing across weekly, fortnightly, and monthly cycles

  • Preparing payroll data including timesheets, starters/leavers, and basic adjustments

  • Responding to payee queries and providing friendly, helpful customer service

  • Assisting with statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, and holiday pay

  • Learning payroll systems - full training provided on in-house software

  • Supporting compliance tasks including RTI submissions and basic HMRC liaison under supervision

What you'll bring
  • Some basic payroll experience (around 6-12 months)

  • A basic understanding of payroll processes and statutory payments

  • Good communication skills and a keen eye for accuracy

  • A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn

  • Confidence using Microsoft Office and general admin systems

Why you'll love working here
  • A welcoming, inclusive team that genuinely supports your development

  • Hybrid working: once you are a fully trained team member, enjoy one day a week from home

  • Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase extra days

  • Ongoing training to help you progress your payroll career

  • Real variety - no two days look the same

If you'd like to explore this opportunity, contact Emma Lewis on for a confidential chat about your experience and career goals. Or upload your CV - I'd love to hear from you.

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