UK Payroll Advisor (12-Month Contract) ?? Location: Birmingham | Hybrid working ?? Full-time | Fixed Term (12 months) A growing and forward-thinking organisation is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Payroll Advisor to join its HR and People team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional to play a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and high-quality payroll services across multiple regions. ?? Role Overview The Payroll Advisor will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for the UK and Ireland. The role also involves working closely with third-party payroll providers, managing employee data, and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and internal policies. ?? Key Responsibilities Process accurate and timely payroll for UK and Ireland employees Maintain strong relationships with external payroll providers Ensure all payroll data is up to date (e.g. new starters, leavers, bank details, contractual changes) Respond to employee payroll and benefits queries via a shared inbox Support with year-end processes including P60s, P11Ds, and EYUs Assist with payroll audits and internal reporting requirements Collaborate with HR, tax, and benefits teams on payroll-related matters Process reimbursements, invoices, and support maternity, paternity, and other statutory leaves Contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll processes and systems ?? Person Specification Skills and Abilities: Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong time management and prioritisation skills Confident communicator, both written and verbal Ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously Knowledge and Experience: Proven experience in payroll processing (UK) Understanding of payroll legislation and tax regulations desirable Customer service experience Familiarity with HR systems and management information reporting Disposition: Self-motivated and proactive Flexible and solutions-focused Positive and collaborative approach Commitment to delivering excellent service ADZN1_UKTJ