Senior Payroll Administrator

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board. Senior Payroll Administrator - Team 2 Newcastle Hybrid Full Time Permanent Ref: 002537 XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential. Our Payroll Administration business continues to grow and we are now looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Administrator to join our vibrant office with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a Payroll role where they have gained knowledge and experience of running end to end payroll processes and managing a portfolio of clients. The Role As a Senior Payroll Administrator with XPS you will: Manage and run end to end payroll Take responsibility for the completion of payroll processes relating to data entry tasks and activities which are allocated whilst working effectively in a team. Gather data and information from a variety of sources, and carry out a range of data entry and basic analysis activities. Carry out standard and non-standard payroll tasks and activities autonomously in a timely manner Communicate clearly with Pension Administration team members, including routine interactions regarding payroll and pensioner queries. Provide support for senior colleagues regarding ongoing payroll projects and specific business development activities. Support the team with new staff members and provide training to less experienced team members, checking and validating their work to ensure accuracy. Identify errors and escalate issues where appropriate. Be proactive and take on personal responsibility and ownership for completion of tasks. Be a team player, a role model for all colleagues and own your personal development to enable you to make an increasing contribution to the firm. Your profile Essential Criteria Previous experience in running end to end payroll processing a portfolio of clients or large volume. Strong Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualification - minimum grade C or level 4. Experience of dealing with high volumes of work. A high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage workload effectively and independently. Communicate effectively to stakeholders and clients. CIPP qualified desirable, not essential. We welcome those qualified by experience. What we offer: Competitive salary Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday Flexible Bank holidays Pension scheme, matching contribution structure Healthcare cash plan Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone) Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household Access to a digital GP service Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS What next: If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided and we look forward to learning more about you. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly. Please discuss with the recruitment team, via phone or email, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process. For example, we can provide materials in an alternative format, or give you extra time in interviews or tests. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements: Right to Work confirmation DBS Disclosure check Employment or educational references covering five years Satisfactory credit check We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued, including age, background, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or sexual orientation.

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