Payroll Officer (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Summary

£33,000 up to £41,800 per annum 30 days' holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl bring something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

We are looking for a proactive, organised, and reliable Payroll Officer to join our vibrant team.

You'll be responsible for delivering a professional service to the UK business, working to the highest standards and ensuring the timely and accurate administration of payroll is dealt with promptly and correctly according to company policies, procedures, and external statutory legislation.

In return, we'll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.

We're proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we'll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career as well.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Enjoy three days in the office and two at home, helping you find the work/life balance that truly works for you

What you'll do

Maintenance of employee data in SAP HR

Resolving Payroll discrepancies

Processing Holiday, Sick, Mat Pay etc.

Ensure payroll calculations are correct according to company rules and statutory legislation

Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail at all times

Responding to all requests in a timely manner

Processing and paying expenses

Calculating new hires and termination pay

General administration and other duties as requested by management

Filing and processing paperwork

What you'll need

Sound knowledge and experience of payroll systems essential

An excellent eye for detail with ability to detect errors

Significant administration experience essential

Excellent verbal and written communication delivered at all levels

SAP HR experience desirable

Intermediate level of MS Office, Excel and Word

Ability to work under pressure, make decisions and prioritise workload effectively

A dedicated team player who can also perform tasks independently

Be motivated and proactive carrying out daily tasks

Customer focussed with a 'can-do' approach to problem solving

Awareness of CIPP and GDPR statutory guidance desired

What you'll receive

30 days' annual holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Enhanced family leave

Ongoing training

Contributory pension scheme

Plus more of the perks you deserve

Includes additional 10% Non-Contractual London Weighting

You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.