Job Title: Payroll Officer

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Location: Dudley - Office-based

Contract: Permanent

About the Organisation

This role is within a long-established, family-run organisation operating in the engineering sector. With over four decades of industry experience and strong regional values, the business has seen substantial growth in recent years. It delivers high-quality work for major clients in the utilities sector and is approaching a significant turnover milestone. The company prides itself on maintaining strong relationships with both clients and subcontractors, fostering a culture based on hard work, loyalty, and ambition.

The Role

As a Payroll Officer, you will support the Payroll Supervisor with the end-to-end weekly and monthly payroll process for approximately 600 employees. Your responsibilities will include maintaining payroll records, processing payroll transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and addressing payroll queries. This role requires more than administrative capability—you will play a crucial part in resolving discrepancies and ensuring accuracy across the payroll function.

Responsibilities

Strong administrative experience and excellent organisational skills

Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure

Self-driven, results-oriented, and proactive approach

Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Ability to liaise professionally with staff at all levels

High level of discretion when handling sensitive or confidential data

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative

Exceptional attention to detail

Adaptability in fast-paced and dynamic environments

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Technical Skills & Experience

Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll

Proficiency with Sage 50 Payroll with at least 2 years' hands-on experience

Interested? Please apply or contact Liam on (url removed)

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