Job Title: Payroll Administrator Location: Cwmbran Salary: 33,000 per annum Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Payroll Administrator to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a varied role with a strong focus on end-to-end payroll processing alongside wider HR and people administration responsibilities. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery, maintaining employee records, and supporting key HR processes across a busy operational workforce.
Key Responsibilities Payroll & People Administration
Run weekly and monthly payroll end-to-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Produce weekly reports and complete payroll and departmental analysis
Maintain payroll and personnel records, including archiving and documentation control
Support pension administration
Process expenses alignment
Manage contract variations and organisational updates
Maintain probation tracking and escalation processes
Employee Lifecycle & Onboarding
Support end-to-end onboarding for new starters
Verify right to work documentation, including UK visa compliance
Complete employee lifecycle updates (joiners, movers, leavers) across systems and records
Support and deliver inductions for new employees
About You
Previous experience in payroll administration (essential)
Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing or operational environment (desirable)
Strong understanding of payroll processes and HR administration
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Confident handling confidential and sensitive information
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and payroll/HR systems
What's on Offer
Salary of 33,000 per annum
A varied role with end-to-end payroll responsibility
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Exposure to HR processes, employee lifecycle management, and administrative support
Supportive and collaborative working culture
If you're an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for a varied and fast-paced role, we'd love to hear from you.
