Payroll Administrator

Newton Abbot, Devon – Hybrid available after probation

Permanent | Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week (flexible working around core hours 9:30am – 4:00pm)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Closing Date: 30th May 2026

About the Opportunity

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are proud to be working in partnership with a long-established accountancy practice in Newton Abbot, who are looking to welcome a Payroll Administrator to their friendly and supportive team.

Known for their strong team culture and excellent staff retention (with an average tenure of 8 years), this is a business where people feel valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Collaboration, open communication, and work life balance are genuinely prioritised, alongside ongoing training and development opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their payroll career to build their skills in a collaborative environment, gaining hands on experience while being supported every step of the way.

The Role

As a Payroll Administrator, you’ll play an important role in delivering a smooth and accurate payroll service to a varied client base, while gaining exposure to a wide range of payroll processes.

You’ll be supported by an experienced team and encouraged to build confidence, knowledge, and client relationships as you develop.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing and processing weekly, monthly, and bi-weekly payrolls
• Support calculations for tax, National Insurance, pensions, and statutory deductions
• Submit HMRC RTI reports
• Help manage pension processing and auto-enrolment
• Input and maintain payroll data across systems
• Liaise with HMRC and support client communications
• Assist with CIS submissions and year-end processes
• Handle payroll queries from clients and colleagues professionally
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Audit payroll data for accuracy
• Support general administration tasks within the team
• Complete timesheets and flag any issues to the Payroll Manager

About You

This role would suit someone who is organised, eager to learn, and enjoys working as part of a team. You don’t need to know everything yet—what matters most is your attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to develop.

Essential:

• CIPP qualification (or working towards) or proven payroll experience
• Familiarity with payroll software such as Sage 50
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Good communication skills and confidence building relationships
• A proactive and positive approach to learning

Desirable (but not essential):

• Bureau experience
• Exposure to accounts or systems such as CCH

What’s on Offer

• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Extra day off at Christmas
• Holiday increases with service (up to 25 days)
• Flexible working around core hours (9:30am – 4:00pm)
• Hybrid working after probation
• Medicash plan
• Online discount portal
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline
• One professional membership paid annually
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Training bonuses for students
• Parking permit salary sacrifice
• Employee referral bonus (up to £1,500)
• Dress-down Fridays
• Dedicated wellbeing team

Why Apply?

If you’re looking to build your payroll career in a welcoming, people-focused firm where you can learn, grow, and make a real contribution from day one, this could be the perfect next step.