We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our People Function at Trinity House on a full-time, hybrid basis. This is a 13-month fixed-term contract with a salary ranging from £29,173 to £37,860.

Payroll Administrator

Here's what you'll be doing

We're seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our HR Organisational Data & Payroll team. Our goal is to use our expertise and technology to make complex processes simple for our colleagues.

You will work alongside a supportive team of 7 Administrators, assisting the 3 Payroll Advisors, the Deputy Payroll Manager, and the Payroll Manager to deliver the monthly payroll for approximately 10,000 colleagues.

Operating in a multi-system environment using SAP and Workday payroll systems, your responsibilities will include:

• Administering payroll and benefits processes
• Handling colleague queries with professionalism and empathy, resolving issues effectively
• Supporting payroll change projects and developing your own focal areas, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient solutions
• Ensuring payroll outputs are accurate, compliant, and understandable, enabling colleagues to focus on serving customers

What we need from you

• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency with systems and large datasets
• Highly organized, experienced in virtual teamwork, and capable of delivering positive customer experiences via digital channels (email, live chat)
• High personal integrity, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• A payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP Introduction to PAYE & NIC certificate or equivalent) or experience in payroll and HR administration within a large organization
• Experience with SAP and/or Workday administration

What you need to know

• Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits include 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and NI savings.
• Recognition: Winner of the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, and recognized as a top employer for 16–34-year-olds and as a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025.
• Family-Friendly & Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we received Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Let's discuss flexible working options.
• Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, we are committed to diversity, equality, and fairness.
• Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates meeting the minimum role criteria.
• Development Opportunities: We offer inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs to support your career growth.