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I'm working with a major organisation seeking an experienced Payroll Professional to support a significant project involving the delivery of backdated payments to approximately 3,000 individuals.

Key responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the production and distribution of letters and emails explaining payment calculations and entitlements.
  • Develop clear documentation, FAQs and supporting materials to help individuals understand their payments.
  • Manage and respond to payment-related queries, providing guidance on pensions, statutory payments, holiday pay and National Minimum Wage.
  • Support wider activities associated with the project.
  • Work closely with project leadership to ensure accurate, consistent and timely communication.

About you:

  • Strong payroll knowledge, with a good understanding of UK payroll legislation and processes.
  • Experience handling complex payroll queries and explaining calculations to non-specialists.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a high volume of queries.
  • Previous experience supporting payroll projects, historical payments or large-scale employee communications would be advantageous.

An excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to contribute to a high-profile project with a meaningful impact on thousands of individuals.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accounts Assistant

Industry: Public Sector and Government

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Entry Level

Location: Southampton

Job Reference: C6ZJH1-4F7A0851

Date posted: 29 September 2026

Consultant: Tama Renata