Payroll and Benefits Apprentice

Ecolab Inc.•Liverpool, Cheshire

About The Position

The Payroll & Benefits Administration Apprentice will support accurate and timely payroll processing and employee benefits administration while studying towards a Level 3 Payroll qualification. The role provides practical experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, compliance, data management, and employee support. The apprentice will develop an understanding of payroll legislation, tax regulations, pension administration, and employee benefits, while building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to become a payroll professional. The apprentice will assist with payroll information and employee records, validate data, help identify discrepancies, and respond to employee queries professionally and confidentially. They will also support employee benefit enrolments and changes, liaise with benefit providers and internal stakeholders, and assist with annual benefits renewals. The apprentice is expected to complete the Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship, attend required training, complete assignments and assessments on time, work towards professional competence in payroll administration, and apply their learning in day-to-day work.

Requirements

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 6 or above, or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good numerical and analytical skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Strong organisational skills.
Positive and proactive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to help colleagues achieve team tasks.
Strong customer service focus.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous administration experience.
Experience using HR or payroll systems.
Awareness of payroll or employee benefits processes.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll information.
Support the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records.
Help validate payroll data and identify discrepancies before payroll processing.
Assist in responding to employee payroll queries professionally and confidentially.
Assist with administration of employee benefit programmes.
Support enrolments and changes for pensions, life assurance, private medical insurance, and employee assistance programmes.
Liaise with benefit providers and internal stakeholders as required.
Support annual benefits renewal processes.
Complete the Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship programme.
Attend required training and complete assignments and assessments within agreed timescales.
Work towards professional competence across payroll administration activities and apply apprenticeship learning in day-to-day work.