Oakley Recruitment is working in partnership with an expanding organisation based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as a Pay & Benefits Adviser on a full-time permanent basisCulture and EnvironmentOur client fosters a dynamic and professional culture that is both welcoming and empowering. They are committed to delivering exceptional service to their clients while cultivating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and driven to grow. Innovation, development, and excellence are at the heart of everything they do.PersonalityThe ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, and confident in managing responsibilities, with a strong sense of accountability and attention to detail. They will be someone who thrives in a structured yet supportive team and is motivated to grow within a people-focused and collaborative business.RewardHybrid working 3 days in the office; 2 days working from homeContributory pension schemeMedical cash plan schemeDiscounts on products and servicesAnnual bonusChristmas party and summer eventsAdditional holiday days for long service25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidaysBuy and sell an extra 5 days of holidayGifted birthday holiday dayEmployee referral bonus schemeSecure parkingDiscounted gym accessDiscounted financial adviceReferral schemesJob Role:Be first point of contact for all payroll and benefit queriesEnsuring the HR system is kept up to date with payroll changes i.e bonusesProcessing multiple payrolls liaising with Finance Team and external payroll providerReviewing and verify payroll data within payroll cut off datesOverseeing all payroll related information within payroll records, files and HR DatabaseHandling any complex payroll queries and provide timely and accurate feedback.Ensuring all payroll processes and procedures are accurately documented, updated regularly in line with best practice and Statutory requirements.Administering the monthly pension assessments and contributions for the company, keeping up to date with legislation and managingcyclical re-enrolmentManaging and administering cyclical renewal process for benefits including liaison with brokers and third-party provider reviewing the benefits package to ensure best use of our offering.Managing response to annual audits.Supporting and administer annual salary and bonus reviews.Collating, and distributing of complex MI information, for weekly, monthly and ad-hoc reporting.Working in collaboration with People Operations Administrator providing cover of duties where required.Skills and experiencePrevious payroll experience gained at a similar level within a fast moving brand.Demonstrate experience/knowledge of Statutory payroll legislation.Basic knowledge of employment law and the impact this can have on payroll.Understanding of audits.Experience and knowledge of reward schemes including pension.Effective numerical skills with the ability to collate and interpret data.Working knowledge of HR systems.Excellent administration skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook along with an aptitude for systems.Able to deal with sensitive issues in a confidential manner.Initiative and tenacity to resolve queries and issues.Able to work to deadlines and manage own workload.Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Oakley Recruitment to contact you and retain your details. In compliance with the regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Oakley Recruitment will require proof of identification. A copy of your passport, birth certificate and NI number will be required, as part of your interview process.JBRP1_UKTJ