Average Payroll Coordinator salary in the UK

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Coordinator to join an established team, due to an internal transfer. This is a key role focused on managing payroll operations across multiple UK sites, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.This is a full-time and permanent opportunity, working fully-office based.  Key Responsibilities Process weekly payroll for around 130 employees.Collate timesheet data from all depots, ensuring accuracy and completeness.Download and manage payroll spreadsheets for processing.Liaise with managers across five depots to ensure timely submission of timesheets.Support two sites with manual payroll processes.Maintain clear communication with depot managers regarding payroll queries.Set up new employees on the payroll system.Maintain accurate employee records and updates.Complete payroll-related reporting and assist with pension submissions.Support year-end processes and statutory reporting requirements.Handle office expenses and monthly salaries (to be integrated into the role).Assist with ad-hoc payroll and administrative tasks as required. Skills & Experience Previous experience in payroll administration (weekly payroll preferred).Familiarity with payroll systems (MorePay experience advantageous; Sage Payroll experience easily transferable).Strong Excel skills for data collation and reporting.Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across multiple sites. To be successful in this role you must have previous experience working in a similar payroll position. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume weekly payroll is key, along with confidence using payroll systems and Excel. You must be an excellent communicator, with the ability to work autonomous and independently to meet strict deadlines.

Job Title: Payroll CoordinatorLocation: YorkSalary: £26,000 - £31,000 per annumHours: Monday to Friday (flexible start and finish time)Hybrid: 1 day per week following probation Our Client - Our client is a long established professional services organisation supporting a broad range of clients across multiple sectors. The business is known for delivering reliable, accurate and efficient support with a strong emphasis on quality, integrity and continuous improvement.They foster a collaborative, people focused environment where team development and high standards are central to their success. About the role -As Payroll Coordinator, you will be responsible for processing payroll for a range of clients, ensuring all processes are accurate, compliant and delivered on time. It includes handling routine payroll tasks, statutory requirements and liaising with relevant authorities as needed. The position sits within a supportive, professional office environment that values collaboration, flexibility and a proactive approach to client service, making it ideal for someone organised, detail oriented and confident working both independently and as part of a team. Duties as Payroll Coordinator - Prepare and process payroll for a range of clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Maintain compliance with all payroll related documentation, including new starters, leavers and statutory requirements.Administer pension obligations and related enrolment processes.Handle statutory payments, including sick pay, maternity pay and deductions where applicable.Prepare and submit payroll year-end documentation.Liaise with relevant authorities regarding payroll queries, returns and compliance matters.Support bookkeeping and reporting processes related to payroll. Skills - Previous payroll experience.Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling data and numerical information.Proficiency with Excel and payroll/accounting software is desirable, though not essential.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional approach in all interactions.Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in an office based environment. The role covers a variety of payroll processes and is perfect for someone organised, detail focused and collaborative. The position offers 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays, social events and other benefits. If you're ready to join a dynamic office based role where your contributions are valued and you can build practical payroll expertise. APPLY TODAY! Our GuaranteeThank you for your initial expression of interest in our available vacancy. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the current vacancy. However, we will consider all applications for any available opportunity, present or future, and proactively contact you should we deem there to be a suitable match.Here at Impression we are committed to supporting the principles of equal opportunities and prohibit discrimination/ harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

Temporary Payroll Coordinator - Initially 3 months but may be extended The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for coordinating accurate and timely payroll inputs for an outsourced payroll provider. The role supports payroll processing for approximately for both monthly and weekly payrolls across multiple entities. Key Responsibilities Payroll CoordinationProvider & Stakeholder ManagementCompliance & Controls Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience coordinating payroll in an outsourced payroll environment.Experience handling payroll data for multi-entity organisations.Strong attention to detail with excellent data accuracy.Good understanding of payroll processes and deadlines.Ability to manage weekly and monthly payroll cycles concurrently.Confident working with payroll data, spreadsheets, and HR systems. Personal Attributes Highly organised with strong time-management skills.Proactive and comfortable working in a changing environment.Strong communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally.Problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset In return you will receive a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity for hybrid working (2 or 3 days per week in the office) Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.