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Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Payroll Systems Assistant to join their Head Office team in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with payroll or HR systems experience who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and improving processes. You'll play a key role in supporting payroll systems, producing reports, maintaining accurate data, and helping to drive continuous improvements across the payroll function. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain payroll and workforce management systems. Assist with system upgrades, testing, and enhancements. Monitor data quality, integrations, and system performance. Produce and analyse payroll and workforce reports. Manage data imports, reconciliations, and audits. Provide systems support and guidance to payroll colleagues. Support process improvements and payroll-related projects. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, GDPR, and internal controls. About You We're looking for someone who has: Experience within payroll, HR systems, or a similar systems-based role. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication and organisational skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Desirable: Experience with Zellis Payroll and/or UKG Workforce Management. Knowledge of UK payroll processes and legislation. Experience with reporting tools, system integrations, or payroll projects. What's in it for You? ✅ Pension scheme ✅ Employee discounts ✅ Cycle to Work scheme ✅ Long service awards ✅ Career development opportunities Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:30pm Location: Plymouth, Devon If you're looking to develop your career in payroll systems and join a successful, growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Pertemps

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Systems Assistant to join a growing organisation with a busy, in-house payroll function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of payroll, systems and data, and is keen to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The Payroll Systems Assistant will support the effective operation and ongoing development of payroll and workforce management systems. Working closely with Payroll, HR and Finance teams, you will play a key role in maintaining system performance, ensuring data accuracy and supporting system enhancements. Key systems used include payroll and workforce management platforms, alongside Microsoft Excel and reporting tools. Key Responsibilities • Support the administration, maintenance, and optimisation of payroll and workforce management systems., • Assist with system upgrades, enhancements, testing, and implementation of new functionality., • Monitor system integrations, performance, and data quality, identifying and resolving issues where necessary., • Produce and analyse payroll and workforce reports, providing insights to internal stakeholders., • Manage data imports, reconciliations, and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance., • Provide first-line systems support, guidance, and training to payroll users., • Support payroll-related projects and process improvement initiatives., • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, data protection requirements, and internal controls., • Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance system usage, and increase efficiency. About You Essential Skills & Experience • Previous experience in a payroll, HR systems, or similar systems-focused role., • Good understanding of payroll processes and data management principles., • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and data analysis., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities., • High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when working with large data sets., • Experience producing reports and interpreting data to support decision-making., • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Professional and discreet when handling sensitive information. Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience with payroll and workforce management systems (e.g. Zellis, UKG, or similar)., • Experience working within an in-house payroll function., • Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practices., • Experience with data imports, integrations, and interfaces., • Exposure to system testing, upgrades, or implementation projects., • Knowledge of SQL or reporting tools., • Experience supporting process improvement or business change initiatives. Benefits • Competitive salary, • Pension scheme, • Employee benefits and discount schemes, • Long service recognition, • Cycle to work scheme If you are interested or have the relevant experience and are currently looking for a new challenge then please submit an up to date CV by clicking the ‘apply’ button. By applying for this position, you confirm that you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of recruitment, employment and working finding service