Part time (2 or 3 days per week), Flexible working hours and up to £40,000 (FTE/ pro-rata) working for a fast-growing industry leader based in Leeds.

We are proud to be working with a well-established and fast-growing leader in the design, manufacture, and servicing of critical components to national infrastructure with a reputation built on quality, innovation, and sustainability.

This is an exciting opportunity to join their team as a part time Payroll Specialist (0.4-0.6 FTE), helping to provide an accurate, timely and compliant payroll service across the company.

This employer is based in LEEDS, meaning that the successful Payroll Specialist will be able to commute from surrounding towns and cities including Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield, Halifax, Castleford and Pontefract.

Key responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist will include:

• Lead end‑to‑end monthly payroll processing in the chosen cloud software, ensuring accurate data, statutory compliance, reports, and coordination with Finance.


• Maintain complete and accurate employee records, including starters, leavers, contractual/pay changes, statutory payments, and deductions.


• Manage all statutory obligations such as RTI submissions, PAYE/NIC, SSP/SMP/SPP/ShPP, holiday pay, and attachment orders, as well as supporting pensions administration.


• Oversee end‑to‑end onboarding and exit/leaver workflows across all systems, ensuring timely setup, data integrity, and correct final pay.


• Maintain payroll calendars, controls, SOPs, and audit readiness, owning risk registers and driving continuous improvement initiatives.


• Partner with HR, Finance, IT, and external providers to streamline processes, improve data quality, and support people‑related projects.


• Deliver responsive employee support on pay, tax codes, benefits, and systems, while training managers and ensuring SLAs are met.

For the Payroll Specialist opportunity, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who possess:

• Previous experience running end-to-end payroll within a Manufacturing or Engineering environment


• Track record of managing onboarding and leaver processes across HR, IT and Finance systems.


• Experience with pensions administration, payroll legislation and GDPR


• Proficient with MS Excel and payroll software systems


• A collaborative approach to work and a keen eye for detail

Benefits:

• FTE salary of £40,000 depending upon experience


• FTE 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays.


• Company pension scheme (5% matched contributions).


• Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support and counselling.


• Staff discount service, Cycle to Work scheme, Onsite parking and EV charging.


• Flexible working hours within a fast-growing and future-focused industry.

To apply for this position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV.

Alternatively, please contact Adelle Taylor at E3 Recruitment for more information.