Payroll Administrator

Looking for a flexible, part-time role in payroll administration? Join a team where work-life balance and personal growth are valued, and your attention to detail will make a real difference. This opportunity offers you varied responsibilities, hybrid working, and the chance to become an integral part of a dedicated education recruitment consultancy.

What's in it for you?

30 days’ holiday (including 5 days’ term-time holiday allowance)

Additional day's holiday for each year of service

Reduced working hours during school holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Hybrid working – blend of office and remote work

Flexible working and a genuine focus on work-life balance

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Staff reward and recognition schemes

Supportive and friendly team environment

The Role

As a Part-Time Payroll Administrator,

you will play a crucial part in ensuring temporary workers are paid accurately and on time every week. You'll collaborate with recruitment consultants, candidates, and clients to resolve queries and ensure precise processing of all information within tight deadlines.

Your working hours will be 9:00 to 16:30 on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday. Enjoy hybrid flexibility: work from home on Mondays, and join the team in the Oldbury office on Tuesdays and Fridays.

This is a permanent, part-time position, with a pro rata salary of £15,900 per annum (based on a full-time equivalent of £26,500).

Responsibilities

Process weekly payroll information efficiently and within deadlines

Check and process candidate timesheets

Chase outstanding and unauthorised timesheets

Liaise with schools, candidates, and consultants regarding timesheet queries

Respond to candidate payroll and pay enquiries

Check hours, rates, and payroll details for accuracy

Maintain accurate payroll and candidate records

Update information on internal CRM and systems

Liaise with umbrella companies and external payroll providers as needed

Identify and resolve discrepancies before payroll deadlines

Produce and check payroll reports

Support the wider administration and recruitment team where required

Ensure confidential payroll and personal information is handled appropriately

Skills and Experience

Previous experience in payroll, finance, or administration

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong numerical and IT skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication and customer service abilities

Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines under pressure

Confident in dealing with queries via telephone and email

Capability to work both independently and collaboratively

Experience in recruitment, temporary staffing, or weekly payroll is advantageous (training will be provided if needed)

About the Team

You will be joining a friendly, expanding team focused exclusively on the education sector, working with a wide range of schools and settings across the West Midlands. You’ll be supported in your career development and valued for your contribution to the business.

If you are an organised, detail-focused administrator seeking a rewarding part-time opportunity in a welcoming and supportive environment, this role could be the perfect fit. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply and help make a positive impact within education recruitment