Payroll Specialist (18 month FTC)
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify only on a lower rate
Anyone can use the standard rate, and the pay is below it. If you are a new entrant or a PhD holder, you can use a lower rate, and the pay clears the new entrant rate. On the jobs board, Standard hides roles like this and the new entrant rate shows them as Possible at most.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4122 Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
As a Payroll Specialist (18 Month FTC), you will manage payroll activity and help ensure colleagues are paid accurately and on time. Working with the Accounting & Finance department, you will keep payroll records organised and provide reliable day-to-day support throughout the fixed-term contract.
Client Details
Based in South Yorkshire.
Description
- Process payroll information accurately to support timely payments to employees.
- Maintain clear and up-to-date payroll records for the Accounting & Finance department.
- Check payroll data and resolve discrepancies before payments are processed.
- Respond to payroll queries and provide clear information to colleagues.
- Work with relevant teams to collect and validate payroll changes.
- Prepare payroll information for internal records and reporting needs.
- Keep payroll documentation organised and easy to access when required.
Profile
A successful 'Payroll Specialist (18 Month FTC)' should have:
- Experience of processing payroll accurately and meeting regular deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail when checking payroll information and records.
- Confidence investigating payroll queries and resolving data discrepancies.
- Ability to manage confidential information with care.
- Good organisation skills when handling payroll documents and changes.
- Clear communication skills when working with colleagues across the business.
Job Offer
- 18-month fixed-term contract.
- Payroll Specialist role based in South Yorkshire.
If you're interested in this role, apply now.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks (SOC 4122) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~213k in sample- Middle half £27,560–39,884
- Median £31,876
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 4122 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.