Payroll Advisor

The Vacancy

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Advisor to join our vibrant and friendly HR Team.

The HR department at Fieldfisher is responsible for the provision of a full range of HR services to the Firm including recruitment and resourcing, talent management, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, staff welfare, compliance and maintenance of personnel records.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Payroll Lead to manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process.
• Support the HR Apprentice with general administrative tasks to ensure smooth team operations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records for all employees.
• Handle payroll queries from employees and the HR department.
• Assist in developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Coordinate with the wider Reward Team to administer employee benefits, including communication with benefit providers.
• Review and verify payroll reports before the release of payslips.
• Edit content on the Payroll & Benefit intranet pages, post updates on the e-noticeboard, and coordinate with the Marketing Team.
• Support the Head of Reward and Benefits with recurring and ad hoc projects, including Payroll Year End and Pay Gap reporting.
• Manage HMRC correspondence and queries, and oversee third-party administration such as pension reconciliation, voluntary deductions, and benefits reporting.
• Collaborate with the accounting department on payments and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with all payroll regulations and standards, staying updated on changes in payroll laws.
• Take on additional responsibilities and initiatives to drive continuous improvement in payroll processes.

Inclusiveness and Diversity

At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes.

Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

For accessibility information on our Manchester offices, please visit our website.

Key Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in a payroll role, preferably within a large organization.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage and verify large data sets.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) with experience as a primary point of contact for queries and stakeholder management.
• Excellent time management skills with experience in project management and meeting strict deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook. Advanced Excel skills, including formulas for data gathering, verification, analysis, and report generation.
• Familiarity with payroll software and systems, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Understanding of payroll compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Experience in leading or supervising small teams or projects is a plus.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the payroll field.

What can we offer you?

Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more.

Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more.

We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas.

We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!

Culture & personal development

We’re a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don’t believe in squashing people’s individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That’s why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself.

We’ll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that’s through allowing you to "access all areas" across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we’ll make sure your talents are being nurtured.