Senior Payroll Advisor – Blackburn / Hybrid (£28,000–£32,000)
Location: Blackburn / Bolton / Manchester (hybrid working available)
Department: Payroll
Position Type: Permanent
Advance your payroll career in a growing, progressive payroll bureau. Enjoy hybrid working, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
Why Join This Team?
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Competitive Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per year
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Flexible Working: Hybrid policy with the option to work from home after settling in
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Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, development, and career progression
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Work-Life Balance: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus hybrid working flexibility
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Wellbeing Support: Health & wellbeing schemes including Simplyhealth and unique YOLO Wellbeing experiences
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Innovative Benefits: Pension scheme with salary sacrifice, employee referral bonus, electric car scheme with onsite charging
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Payroll Advisor to manage a portfolio of payroll clients in a dynamic bureau environment. You will handle full end-to-end payroll processes, ensure compliance, and provide expert advice to clients. This role is ideal for experienced payroll professionals who want to develop their career in a growing practice.
Key Responsibilities
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Process and review payrolls for multiple clients
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Prepare and submit FPS, EPS, CIS, maternity refunds, P11Ds, and payrolling of benefits in kind
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Advise clients on general payroll matters, statutory additions/deductions, and pension scheme registration
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Manage compliance deadlines to ensure timely submissions
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Liaise with HMRC, other departments, and third-party specialists
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Implement new payrolls and handle ad-hoc payroll projects
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Support, mentor, and train junior team members
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Identify business development opportunities within client portfolios
Technical & Professional Skills
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Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
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Proficiency with Paycircle and Microsoft Office applications
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Experience in bureau payroll processing
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Ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal teams
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Soft Skills & Personal Attributes
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Proactive, resilient, and self-motivated
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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Team player who can also work independently
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Customer-focused with a high level of integrity
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Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Benefits & Perks
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Hybrid working: Flexibility to work from home and office
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Pension: Employer contributions with salary sacrifice options
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Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
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Employee referral bonus for bringing in talented colleagues
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Health & wellbeing support: Simplyhealth, YOLO Wellbeing, and more
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Career development: Continuous professional development opportunities and study support
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Innovative perks: Electric car scheme and onsite charging
Apply Now
Take the next step in your payroll career with a growing, supportive team. Submit your CV today to discuss this opportunity with our recruitment partner:
For more information, please contact the below:
Amy Doumbia
Talent Partner
T: 07842 313 876
E: amy@supreme-ss.com