Payroll Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Payroll Administrator
- 00103954
Job title: Payroll Administrator
Location: Preston
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: £28,282
What you’ll be doing:
- Responsible for the accurate preparation and processing of high-volume complex Payrolls in line with SLA’s and HMRC legislation
- Ensure all data is processed accurately into the payroll system to agreed timeline
- Support in ensuring all Payroll process documents is accurate and regularly updated. Proactively escalating any discrepancies or changes required.
- Responsible for resolving business, employee, and Third-Party payroll related queries, ensuring the most effective communication method is used. I.e., Customer facing
- Responsible for identifying and taking relevant preventative action to minimise under / over payments.
- Support in the production of all RTI and year-end returns including P60’s, reconciliation of PAYE and NI deductions and Pension deductions.
- Prioritises own workload and use initiative and problem-solving capabilities to always provide a responsive Payroll Service.
Your skills and experiences:
Essential:
- Strong payroll administrative background
- Attention to detail
- IT Skills
Desirable:
- CIPP or Equivalent Payroll qualification (D)
- knowledge and experience of UK Payroll
- Payroll legislation knowledge
Benefits:
You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The payroll team:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the large UK Payroll Team based at Preston. As a Payroll Administrator you will look after all sectors within BAE. This is a broad role with lots of variety. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on existing skill sets and to work across a variety of key stakeholders at all levels within BAE.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.”
Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
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Job Human Resources Primary LocationGB-ENG-LAN-Preston Closing Date 06/Jun/23, 5:59:00 PM
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Payroll Administrator roles across BAE Systems's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,282 - £28,282 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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