About the Role
Back to jobs Apply Now Save this job If you are a human, ignore this field Create alert Senior Payroll Specialist Job details Posted 27 May 2026 Salary £30000 - £33000 per annum LocationChester Job type Permanent Discipline Commercial ReferenceJ91987621 Job description My client is looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to join their growing team in Chester City Centre. You will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing for a varied client portfolio, ensuring an accurate, compliant and first-class service at all times. This role offers a basic salary or up to £33,000 per annum (may flex for outstanding candidate) and an extremely generous benefits package including hybrid working after probation, excellent holidays including the opportunity to buy/sell holidays, employee assistance programme, life assurance, volunteer days, charity initiatives, long service rewards and referral scheme. To be suitable for this role you will have: If you would like to become part of a business that genuinely values its people and helps clients thrive while making a positive impact in the wider community then email your CV today to be considered. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume you have not been successful. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, NMS Recruit will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here. You will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing for a varied client portfolio, ensuring an accurate, compliant and first-class service at all times. Managing payrolls from start to finish for a portfolio of clients Processing Auto Enrolment and BACS payments Building strong client relationships and delivering excellent service Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and compliance Working closely with colleagues, HMRC and third-party providers Supporting problem solving and continuous improvement within the payroll function This role offers a basic salary or up to £33,000 per annum (may flex for outstanding candidate) and an extremely generous benefits package including hybrid working after probation, excellent holidays including the opportunity to buy/sell holidays, employee assistance programme, life assurance, volunteer days, charity initiatives, long service rewards and referral scheme. To be suitable for this role you will have: Previous payroll experience (practice experience desirable but not essential) Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and Auto Enrolment Ability to manually calculate payrolls Excellent communication and organisational skills A proactive, positive and team-focused approach If you would like to become part of a business that genuinely values its people and helps clients thrive while making a positive impact in the wider community then email your CV today to be considered. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume you have not been successful. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, NMS Recruit will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here. Senior Payroll Specialist Chester Posted 5 days ago Sign up for job alerts You agree to our Terms & conditions