Job Description:

Payroll & Compliance Administrator Location: Lewisham, London
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 per annum (DOE)
Join Corus Consultancy Corus Consultancy is one of London's leading independent recruitment agencies, supplying temporary and permanent staff across the Industrial, Driving, Health & Social Care, Facilities Management, Hospitality and Commercial sectors.
We're looking for an organised, proactive Payroll & Compliance Administrator to join our Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administration skills, excellent attention to detail and a willingness to learn. Previous payroll experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
The Role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll support the smooth running of weekly payroll and compliance processes, ensuring temporary workers are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance standards. You'll work closely with recruitment consultants, clients, candidates and payroll providers in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities Payroll

• Process weekly payroll for PAYE, Umbrella and Limited Company workers.
• Accurately input authorised timesheets and payroll data.
• Process starters, leavers and payroll amendments.
• Maintain employee records, including bank details, tax and NI information.
• Process P45s, starter declarations and payroll documentation.
• Assist with holiday pay, reconciliations and commission calculations.
• Resolve payroll queries and rejected BACS payments.
• Support statutory deductions, duplicate payslips and payroll reporting.
• Liaise with payroll providers, consultants and clients to ensure accuracy.

Compliance & Administration

• Verify Right to Work documents in line with UK legislation.
• Ensure candidate files are fully compliant before placement.
• Process contracts, registrations and compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate electronic personnel records and filing systems.
• Carry out compliance audits and support onboarding.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and assist consultants with compliance queries.

Business Support

• Produce compliance and management reports.
• Support operational improvement projects.
• Provide general administrative support across the Operations team.
• Build strong relationships with clients, candidates and colleagues.

About You You'll have:

• Previous administration experience in a busy office.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A professional, confidential approach.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Experience in payroll, recruitment administration, temporary staffing, Right to Work compliance, HMRC processes, GDPR, CRM/ATS systems or Excel reporting is advantageous but not essential.
What We Offer

• £26,000 - £29,000 salary (DOE)
• Full training and ongoing support
• Career progression opportunities
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Friendly, supportive team
• Modern Lewisham office
• Employee recognition and incentives
• Regular social events
• Ongoing professional development

Why Join Us? You'll become part of a growing recruitment business where you'll play an important role supporting payroll, compliance and operations. If you're organised, motivated and looking to build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Corus Consultancy.
Equal Opportunities Corus Consultancy is an equal opportunities employer. Employment is subject to satisfactory Right to Work checks, references and any other relevant compliance requirements.