Temporary Payroll Specialist Job at Hinckley, Leicestershire Full Time NEW

Our client a major global logistics and supply chain leader with a significant footprint across the UK with central offices in Hinckley is seeking a Temporary Payroll Specialist

Operating from offices in Hinckley, this logistics organisation operates large-scale ports and terminals nationwide and plays a critical role in keeping goods, trade, and supply chains moving.

As a Temporary Payroll Specialist based in Hinckley, reporting to the Head of Payroll, you will manage the end-to-end payroll cycle, ensuring every employee is paid accurately, on time, and in line with statutory and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, prepare, and reconcile payroll for a large, multi-site workforce

• Ensure full compliance with payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, tax, NI, pensions, and statutory reporting

• Administer deductions, benefits, and employee-related payments

• Maintain accurate payroll records and support year-end processes (P60s, P11Ds, RTI submissions)

• Respond to employee payroll queries with clarity and professionalism

• Liaise with HR on new starters, leavers, salary changes, and leave

• Support internal and external audits

The most desirable Temporary Payroll Specialist applicant will have:

• 3+ years’ payroll administration experience

• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance

• Experience with payroll systems (Sage, Xero, ADP, PaySpace or similar)

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically

CIPP or similar qualifications are advantageous

Attractive hourly rate with the potential of hybrid working

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Business for this temporary vacancy.