Senior Payroll Assistant

Norwich, Norfolk£32,000 - £35,000 per annum
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BH-69464
Senior Payroll Assistant
Central Norwich
Hybrid working

A Senior Payroll Assistant opportunity has arisen with a professional organisation to join their busy payroll function. If you’re confident running high‑volume, multi‑frequency payrolls and enjoy being a trusted point of contact for clients and colleagues, this role offers plenty of scope to grow.

You will take ownership of a varied portfolio, handle complex queries, and play a key role in maintaining accuracy, compliance, and great service across the payroll team.
This is a supportive environment where development is encouraged, and flexible working is part of the culture.

The Role
  • Managing a portfolio of complex client payrolls across multiple frequencies
  • Running payrolls end‑to‑end, including all submissions, deadlines, and HMRC liaison
  • Reviewing payrolls for accuracy and challenging discrepancies where needed
  • Acting as the day‑to‑day contact for your client base, resolving queries promptly
  • Building strong working relationships and understanding client needs
  • Working independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
  • Organising workload effectively, especially during peak periods
  • Supporting team development and sharing knowledge
  • Keeping payroll knowledge up to date through regular technical reading
  • Staying ahead of legislative changes and spotting opportunities for improvement

About You
  • Strong experience in high‑volume payroll
  • Confident communicator who enjoys supporting colleagues and clients
  • Organised, deadline‑driven, and comfortable managing your own portfolio
  • Solid understanding of payroll legislation, calculations, and compliance
  • Curious, proactive, and keen to continue developing your expertise

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Caroline Meeson at Pure.

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