Payroll Advisor
- Division:Finance
- City:Nuneaton
- Job Type:Full Time
- Number of Hours:37.5
- Contract Type:Fixed Term Contract
- Closing Date:22 February 2026
Payroll Advisor (39156)
Location: We offer hybrid working, with an expectation that you'll be present at one of our Holland & Barrett office in Nuneaton (CV10 7RH) for a minimum of 2 days per week.
If you enjoy being the quiet hero who keeps thousands of colleagues paid correctly and on time - the kind of person who makes payroll look effortless even when it isn't - this might be exactly your kind of challenge.
This is a 12-month fixed term role where you'll play a key part in making sure colleagues across our retail stores, distribution network and head office are paid accurately, on time, and in line with UK regulations.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Running payroll end-to-end with precision and efficiency.
- Responding to payroll queries with clarity and patience - written or verbal.
- Carrying out manual calculations for SSP and SMP
- Building and checking payment files using Excel.
- Processing expenses payments
- Reconciling payroll reports so everything balances
How we'll know you're making an impact
- Colleagues get paid accurately and on time - consistently.
- Payroll queries are resolved quickly, clearly, and with great service.
- Our reporting and reconciliations are clean, reliable and audit ready.
- You spot issues before they become problems, because you're already two steps ahead.
- The payroll team runs smoothly thanks to your organisation and attention to detail.
What you'll need
- Previous experience working in payroll (you know the rhythm, the deadlines, the pressure).
- Strong computer skills, especially Excel, plus familiarity with payroll systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail - the kind of person who notices when numbers don't look right.
- Great communication skills, able to explain payroll matters to people at all levels.
- Confidence managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- A calm, customer-focused approach
- The salary's competitive - we'll talk numbers early
- 25 days of holiday + 8 Bank holidays
- 25% staff discount across our range - plus free online delivery - so you can live the wellness you help deliver.
- Pension contributions - because future-you deserves a break.
- Free wellness diagnostic tests - knowing your health is the first step to improving it.
- Exclusive discounts on wellness services, gym memberships, and more.
- Perks from other retailers - discounts, advice, and savings from brands you actually use.
- A culture of wellbeing - from mental health support to menopause coaching, we're serious about helping you feel your best.
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