Your new companyA well‑established, people‑focused organisation in Newry is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team on a fixed‑term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment where accuracy, employee experience and operational excellence are at the heart of the business.Your new roleAs Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. This is a hands‑on position requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to work to strict deadlines.Your responsibilities will include:Managing time & attendance data, shift patterns and absence recordsPlanning and maintaining holiday, sickness and maternity leave informationPreparing overtime reports and conducting weekly minimum wage checksSupporting statutory payments, benefits and salary sacrifice schemesLiaising with HR and Finance on payroll mattersReviewing weekly and monthly payroll filesManaging BACS setups, third‑party payments and benefit deductionsResponding to employee payroll queries professionally and promptlyWhat you'll need to succeed GCSEs incl. Maths & English OR a payroll/finance qualification (CIPP, AAT etc.)Proven experience in payroll administrationExperience processing weekly and/or monthly payrollKnowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirementsStrong Excel and payroll software skillsHigh accuracy, confidentiality and the ability to prioritise workload(Desirable) CIPP membership, AAT Level 4, or HMRC RTI experienceWhat you'll get in returnYou will receive a generous and competitive benefits package, including:32 days annual leave (rising with service)Pension salary sacrifice (5% employer contribution)Healthcare cash planEnhanced maternity/paternity payFree life assuranceFree on‑site parking & e‑car chargingSubsidised canteenCycle to Work and Tech Purchase schemesEmployee wellbeing initiatives, discounts and recognition programmesOpportunities for ongoing developmentWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be