Payroll & Benefits Specialist
  • England,North East,Tyne and Wear,Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £34,000 - £34,500 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionThe Company
An established and internationally backed manufacturing organisation is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join its finance team. Operating within a stable, long-standing business, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of payroll processes while supporting a key workforce within a fast-paced industrial environment.

This is a hands-on position where you will play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee experience, while also managing employee benefits and contributing to continuous process improvement.

The Role
As the Payroll & Benefits Specialist you will take responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of two monthly payrolls (factory and office-based employees), ensuring all processes are completed accurately and within deadline.

Key responsibilities include:*Managing full end-to-end payroll cycles for multiple employee groups
*Processing overtime, bonuses, statutory payments, and pensions
*Maintaining time & attendance data and system accuracy
*Administering employee benefits (life assurance, private medical)
*Ensuring HMRC compliance and supporting year-end processes
*Handling payroll queries and supporting internal stakeholders

About You
We are looking for a detail-focused payroll professional who is confident managing processes independently within a busy environment.

You will bring:*Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
*Experience managing payroll for a medium-sized workforce
*Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance
*Experience working with payroll and time & attendance systems
*Strong Excel and reconciliation skills
*High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
*Confident communication skills with both employees and stakeholders
*Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Benefits
*Full-time, office-based (Monday–Friday)
*25 days holiday + bank holidays
*Enhanced pension scheme (up to 7% employer contribution)
*Life assurance
*Stable, long-term career opportunity within a growing business
Job number 3914266

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Company Details:
Nigel Wright Group
Company size: 100–249 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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