Payroll & Pensions Administrator

About this role

Payroll & Pensions Administrator Hybrid – Mostly Remote | 1 day per week in our Holborn office We’re looking for a Payroll & Pensions Administrator to join our small, friendly Payroll and HR team. This role has a strong pensions focus , alongside core payroll administration, and includes light HR administrative support , such as employee correspondence and ad hoc project work. The role is predominantly remote , with one day per week in our Holborn office.

Day-to-day work is well structured but collaborative, giving you the autonomy to manage your own workload while being fully supported by the wider team. About the role You’ll take ownership of specific payroll and pension tasks, working independently while staying closely connected to the team through regular check-ins, email, chat, and video calls. Clear processes and standard procedures are in place to support you, particularly when working remotely.

The role reports into the Payroll Manager for payroll and pension-related activities and works closely with the Group Head of People on HR-related matters. You’ll also collaborate with the wider HR team, supporting general HR administration where needed. Key responsibilities Managing the payroll inbox and responding to payroll, pension, and basic HR queries Supporting the preparation and processing of payroll Maintaining accurate payroll and pension records Assisting with timesheets, pay queries, and payroll adjustments Supporting workplace pension administration, including: Auto-enrolment Opt-ins and opt-outs Re-enrolment Processing pension contributions and ensuring accurate submissions to pension providers Ensuring payroll and pension data remains accurate and compliant with current legislation Producing payroll and pension reports and supporting general administration Supporting the HR team with general HR administration , including employee letters, documentation, and ad hoc project tasks Providing friendly and professional support to employees with payroll, pension, and HR-related queries.

This role would suit someone who… Has experience in payroll and/or HR administration , with exposure to pensions Is detail-oriented, organised, and confident working with numbers Pays close attention to accuracy and compliance Is a self-starter who can take ownership of tasks and manage their workload independently Is comfortable working mostly remotely while staying engaged with the team Has a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Development & progression There is genuine opportunity to build and deepen your skills in payroll, pensions, HR administration, and relevant legislation.