Description
Payroll Administrator
Location: Coventry HQ / Hybrid (3 days per week in office)
Contract type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £30,400
Working hours: 40 hours, Monday – Friday, 8am to 4:30pm or 9am to 5:30pm
About the role
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Payroll Administrator to support our team at our Head Office in Coventry. This role is vital in ensuring the smooth and efficient processing of payroll for our weekly and monthly employees, responding to payroll queries, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure all standards are met.
This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate, learn & develop in an environment that supports your career aspirations!
Role Responsibilities
The role will include, but not be limited to:
- Support the processing of weekly and monthly payrolls.
- Maintain employee payroll records, including starters and leavers.
- Monitoring & managing payroll enquiries from employees, managers and other stakeholders through email and phone.
- Assist with payroll checks, reconciliations and data validation exercises.
- Support pension administration, submissions and employee communications.
- Produce and distribute payroll reports and management information.
- Assist with payroll compliance activities, including statutory and year-end processes.
- Process ExpenseIn administration and uploads.
- Work collaboratively with the People team, Finance and external providers to ensure payroll deadlines are met.
Requirements
- Experience as a Payroll Administrator or in similar roles - able to demonstrate working knowledge of payroll processes.
- Great IT skills (working knowledge of Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with iTrent or similar payroll software).
- Ability to prioritise, be a team player & proactive.
- Good communication skills & comfortable liaising at all levels.
- Attention to detail, with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
- CIPP-qualified or planning to gain qualifications would be highly desirable.
- Full UK Driving Licence (Desirable).
Why join us?
As the UK’s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same – and neither are our people. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
We’re proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year’s Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future.
What we offer
- We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- From 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances.
- Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company – we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we’ll create a greener future for all.
