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Posted 15 August, 2026

Payroll Assistant

Switch
Exeter, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Payroll Assistant to become a key player in our team and contribute to shaping our future.Job Title: Payroll Assistant (Fixed Term - 16 months Maternity Cover)Location : Exeter Head OfficeHours : Between 30 to 37.5 hours (negotiable) Mon-FriSalary :TBC per annumBenefits:30 days holiday (including bank holidays) (pro-rata for part-time hours)Free onsite parkingFree onsite gymCompany pension schemeEmployee discount schemeFunded Summer and Christmas eventsCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted car hire ratesFriendly and supportive working environmentThe Role: As a Payroll Assistant, you will assist the Payroll Manager in the successful delivery of the monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency throughout the process. You will have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, the ability to meet strict deadlines, and a professional approach to customer service and confidentiality.Your responsibilities will include:Processing starters and leaversCalculating holiday entitlementsProcessing payroll deductionsReviewing timesheets and challenging these where requiredCalculation of all statutory payments, SSP, SMP etc.Assessing the workforce for auto enrolmentLiaising closely with the HR departmentResponding to queries from Employees and Branch ManagersProducing reports and analysing dataAssisting with Year End procedures and processesWhat we can offer youTraining on bespoke internal and portal systemsFull training in all areas of administrationA great working environment with supportive colleaguesThe Ideal Candidate:Good understanding of Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel & OutlookAttention to detailThe ability to work as part of a team as well as independentlyExcellent Telephone ManorPositive attitude and solution focusedPayroll knowledge and/or qualification (desirable)About Us: Switch is the largest privately-owned leasing company in the UK, with 81 locations nationwide. Our Head Office is the central hub of our operations, and we are searching for an exceptional Payroll Assistant to join our team.As one of the leading rental companies in the UK, we owe our success to a comprehensive fleet and a commitment to excellent customer service. With our growth comes exciting opportunities to become part of our family business, where our people remain at the heart of everything we do.Shape the future with us! APPLY NOW and join our team!TPBN1_UKTJ