Enhanced pension scheme
We’ll contribute up to 11%, which could mean we pay more into your pension than you do.
Payroll Administrator - 6 Month FTC
Welcome to KFC.
Home of the real ones.
We sell the world’s best chicken. Seriously. And we’ve done it since 1939, when the idea of crispy, original recipe chicken took Kentucky by storm. Now, we’re proud to serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that we started with, all those years ago.
Across the Restaurant Support Centre (RSC), we come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We want to see our potential go that little bit further, as part of one of the world’s most iconic brands.
What’s the gig? Well, you support our restaurants — and we’ll support you every step of the way. Simple. Our doors are open — and they can take you anywhere.
All we ask is that you be you. Because that makes us, us. Sound good? Great. Let’s find out about that job.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Payroll Administrator role sits within a team of 5, working in a fast-paced, customer support focused environment. We work together to provide a Shared Service Centre that is efficient, effective, professional and value adding.
WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING
- Manage two salaried payrolls, processing starters, leavers, promotions, tax code updates, working hour changes, court orders and statutory leave.
- Produce validation and exception reports to ensure payroll accuracy.
- Verify right-to-work documentation for new employees and support Home Office compliance.
- Issue employee offer packs and contracts through DocuSign.
- Prepare costing reports and process payroll journals.
- Administer pensions and third-party payments
- Reconcile payroll-related accounts.
- Provide exceptional payroll support to all employees.
WHAT WE LOVE FROM YOU
ABOUT YOU
- You have a positive mindset.
- A can-do attitude
- Competent at prioritising a diverse workload to meet deadlines.
- Ability to build strong working relationships.
- Ability to communicate with personnel at all levels of the business.
- You should be able to use your initiative for problem solving.
- IPPM or CIPP Level 1 qualification is preferable but not essential.
- Great team player
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Time management skills
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2-year payroll experience gained within an inhouse Payroll/HR
- Proven experience in successfully executing an Administrator role in a fast-paced environment.
- Have provided outstanding customer support.
- Excellent range of IT skills
- Proactive in introducing efficiencies.
Welcome to KFC.
Home of the real ones.
We sell the world’s best chicken. We’ve done it for a long old time — since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin’ good chicken popped into our Colonel’s head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago.
People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day — building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones we’re in.
In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere.
If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you.
Because that makes us, us.
Job Location Details
Guildford Road, Woking, United Kingdom, GU22 7NJ Get directions
Discover our business
Perks, rewards and benefits.
We do things our own way here. And that includes the way we reward you for bringing the graft. And the laughs, too.
Here’s what the real deal could look like for you.
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Fri-Yay finishes
Clock off at 1pm on a Friday all year round - and make your workdays zing with virtual commutes and hybrid/flexible working.
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5 live well days each year
Get 5 extra days to look after you and your wellbeing - on top of your usual holiday allowance.
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Bonus scheme
When you perform and the business performs, we believe you should share in that success. Our bonus opportunities mean your total earnings could go well beyond your annual basic salary.
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Enhanced Holidays
You’ll start off with 25 days’ holiday, which rises to 30 days after 5 years. Plus you have the option to buy and sell additional days.
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Professional 1-2-1 coaching
Personal development, growth and fulfilment come with the territory at KFC.
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Healthcare and life protection
From private medical insurance to critical illness, life assurance, income protection, dental plan, cancer checks and even a digital GP, we’ve got your covered.
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Lifestyle-friendly perks
Flex your package with travel insurance, cycle scheme, retail discounts, charity giving, tech scheme, food and drink discount cards and much more.
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25% KFC discount
Big discounts on your finger lickin' favorites.
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Discounted gym membership
Stay strong with up to 25% off gym membership, up to 50% off home workouts and up to 70% off home and lifestyle purchases.
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Full employee assistance programme
Lots of well supported wellbeing services including mental health support, legal advice and more for you and your family.
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Free mortgage advice
We can help you get on - or climb up - the property ladder.
Our Recruitment Process
Understanding the recruitment process in our support centre.
You can also get some Hints and Tips from our team to understand our process here.
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Your Application
Hit the apply button and we’ll send you confirmation that we've received your CV. We'll be in touch shortly afterwards with next steps.
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A Quick Chat
One of our Talent Acquisition Partners will call you for an informal chat. This is about getting to know each other a little bit more, and talking through the role in more detail.
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Your Interviews
Following a successful phone interview, there will be a 2-stage process. We’ll kick things off with a meeting with your Hiring Manager, and then you'll get to meet other key leaders in the business. The final stage interview may include a task to complete.
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Join The Real Ones - Congrats!
Next steps are onboarding! Offer, RTW checks, contacts and getting to know the team!
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