Payroll and Benefits Apprentice

Supports payroll processing and employee benefits administration by maintaining accurate records, checking payroll data, responding to employee queries, and assisting with pensions, insurance and benefits enrolment while completing a Level 3 Payroll qualification.

Role Purpose

The Payroll & Benefits Administration Apprentice will support the delivery of accurate and timely payroll and employee benefits administration services 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 a strong understanding of payroll legislation, tax regulations, pension administration, and employee benefits whilst building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to become a payroll professional.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration

• Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll information.

• Support the maintenance of employee payroll records, ensuring information is accurate and up to date. 

• Help validate payroll data and identify discrepancies prior to payroll processing.

• Assist in responding to employee payroll queries professionally and confidentially.

Benefits Administration 

• Assist with the administration of employee benefit programmes.

• Support enrolment and changes for benefits such as:  Pension, Life assurance, Private medical insurance and Employee assistance programmes

•  Liaise with benefit providers and internal stakeholders as required. 

• Support annual benefits renewal processes
  

Apprenticeship Responsibilities

• Successfully complete the Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship programme.

• Attend all required training

• Complete assignments and assessments within agreed timescales.

• Work towards achieving professional competence across payroll administration activities.

• Apply learning from the apprenticeship programme in day-to-day work.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English (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.

• IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications – particularly Excel

• Strong organisational skills

Desirable

• Previous administration experience.

• Experience using HR or payroll systems.

• Awareness of payroll or employee benefits process
  

Personal Attributes

• A positive and proactive attitude.

• Flexibility and a willingness to help colleagues to achieve team tasks.

• Strong customer service focus.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Ability to handle sensitive information

• Problem Solving skills

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance.

In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.