Junior Payroll Administrator (12 Month FTC)

• As a Junior Payroll Administrator, you will support the Payroll team in delivering an accurate, efficient, and confidential payroll service across the business.
• You will assist with payroll processing activities, work with internal stakeholders, and ensure payroll data is maintained in line with company and legal requirements
• Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll for assigned countries or entities
• Support the end-to-end payroll cycle in collaboration with outsourced payroll providers
• Input and validate payroll data from HR systems and other sources
• Help ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time
• Respond to employee payroll queries in a professional and timely manner
• Support HR and Finance teams with payroll-related queries and issue resolution
• Assist with maintaining accurate employee payroll records
• Support statutory reporting requirements and ensure compliance with local legislation
• Help maintain payroll documentation in line with audit and compliance standards
• Assist in payroll reconciliations and month-end activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll processes and documentation
• Stay up to date with payroll legislation and internal policies

Benefits

• Time off: 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. You can also buy/sell five days a year
• Emergency leave: Five days a year to use when unexpected or urgent events make it impossible to work
• Hybrid working: The default option for employees is a 3:2 split between the office and working from home. Some positions are fully remote and others are fully office-based—refer to the job listing for specific details
• Parental leave: Maternity leave comprises 18 weeks at full pay, followed by 21 weeks statutory pay and 13 weeks unpaid. Paternity leave is two weeks at full pay. Pension contributions and benefits are maintained throughout
• Workplace nursery scheme: Pay for your child’s nursery directly through payroll, saving tax and NI contributions
• Electric care lease: Use your flexible benefits fund to subsidize the pre-tax leasing of a brand-new electric or ultra-low-emission car
• Shopping vouchers: Use your flexible benefits fund on discounts and vouchers for many major retail, tech and restaurant chains
• BUPA private healthcare: BUPA healthcare is a core benefit for employees. Use your flexible benefits fund and/or salary sacrifice to add family members
• Anonymous counselling: Through our Modern Health benefit, employees and their dependents over 13 are eligible to use our mental health app and receive unlimited counselling and coaching each year
• Dental insurance: Use your flexible benefits fund to cover preventative and restorative treatment. You can also add coverage for family members
• Cycle to work: Buy a brand-new bike and save 25–40% on retail price thanks to tax savings
• Gym membership: Use your flexible benefits fund to discount a membership to a major gym chain
• Bonus: Based on a combination of your own performance and AVEVA’s financial results
• Pension: Use your flexible benefits fund to increase the standard employer contribution. You can also route your bonus directly into your pension, saving tax and NI
• Income protection: Secure a reliable income if you’re unable to work due to long-term sickness or injury
• Life assurance: In the event of your death, your loved ones will receive a lump sum
• Charitable giving: The Action for Good program gives you three days of paid volunteering every year, as well as match funding opportunities. You can also use your flexible benefits fund to give to charity pre-tax
• Professional development: Access to LinkedIn Learning gives you the chance to grow your knowledge and skills, while AVEVA’s extensive mentorship network allows you learn from colleagues across the company
• Education support: After one year with AVEVA, you can apply for support towards a relevant course or qualification. AVEVA will reimburse up to 70% of the cost
• Service recognition: Whether you’ve been with us for 12 months or 50 years (it’s happened!), the AVEVAversary program rewards you during milestone years with cash and time off. We also recognize your contributions by planting a tree in the AVEVA Forest, our global forest of recognition- This role is ideal for someone starting their payroll career and looking to develop their knowledge within a fast-paced, multi-country environment
• Some experience in payroll, finance, or administration (internship or entry-level role acceptable)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Customer service mindset with ability to handle queries professionally
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Team collaboration
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Problem-solving
• Basic understanding of payroll legislation
• Interest in pursuing a payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP)
• Experience working in a multinational or EMEA environment
• Exposure to payroll systems or HRIS (e.g. Workday)