Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Broster Buchanan Ltd : Job Details

• Payroll & Benefits Specialist
• Permanent, 8:30am - 5:00pm (Office based)
• £40k - £50k + benefits

Payroll & Benefits SpecialistInternational Logistics FirmFull time, PermanentNorthampton | Full-time | 8:30am - 5:00pm, 40 hours per week | Office based Are you a payroll professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for getting things right the first time? Do you thrive on ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, every time - while keeping compliance at the forefront? If so, I'd love to hear from you! In short, I'm partnering with an iconic and fast-growing logistics firm who's seeking a payroll professional who wants to be part of the projects and grow with the business.  The Role:As Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you'll take ownership of payroll operations and be the vital link between their people, HR & finance teams, along with their outsourced payroll provider. Your mission: to deliver a seamless payroll and benefits experience for their employees while ensuring compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for payroll processing with their outsourced payroll provider.
• Review and approve payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage statutory payments (sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, deductions) in coordination with the provider.
• Conduct regular payroll audits, resolving discrepancies proactively.
• Partner with HR and Finance to ensure payroll aligns with company policies and legal obligations.
• Handle employee pay queries with professionalism and empathy.
• Stay ahead of legislative changes, ensuring full compliance with tax and employment laws.
• Produce insightful reports on payroll performance for senior management.

About You

• Proven experience in payroll administration/management.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax regulations, and pension schemes.
• Skilled in working with or managing outsourced payroll providers.
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to spot discrepancies quickly.
• Confident communicator, able to build strong relationships across the business.
• Familiar with audit processes, compliance reporting, and payroll-related financial analysis.

If you're ready to make a real impact and take the lead on delivering a world-class payroll and benefits function, I'd love to hear from you!