Payroll assistant


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£27,000 to £30,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Gloucester, HR8 1HG
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 1 day remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

Payroll Assistant

Permanent and Full-time; potential for Hybrid work

£27-30,000 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 time sheets, 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

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 01792 642 042 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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