Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer

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About this role

Company Description

Are you an experienced Payroll Assistant, looking for an opportunity on a fixed term basis for 12 months working within a hybrid model?

Here at Rexel we are excited to have an opportunity to cover a period of maternity within our payroll team.  As a Payroll Assistant you will deliver the administration of all payroll activities ensuring completion is on time and accurate whilst maintaining compliance with internal and statutory requirements.

You will be responsible for ensuring a timely, efficient and accurate payroll process is completed and for supporting the business functions and teams with pay related queries through to resolution.

With just over 1900 employees and one monthly payroll this is a great opportunity for someone to add value and have impact from day one.

This is a hybrid role where our teams collaborate two days per week in our offices at Eagle Court, Sheldon (B26) with plenty of free onsite parking and just ten minutes from Birmingham airport, the rest of the week is remote.

Job Description

The Benefits of a Career with Rexel:

  • Hybrid working with 3 days per week in our offices
  • Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
  • Bonuses: Performance Related Bonus scheme
  • Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing throughout the years too!)
  • You can also buy and sell holiday each year
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Support & Development: Extensive learning opportunities from day one.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more!
  • Perks: Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education

Qualifications

At Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential, rather than requiring specific formal qualifications for roles, the behaviours that will set you up for success include:

  • COLLABORATION: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives
  • TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Taking action, overcoming obstacles, and meeting commitments
  • CUSTOMER FOCUS: building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
  • OPTIMISES WORK PROCESSES: knowing the most effectively and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Ideally you will also have:

  • Experience within full payroll lifecycle; end-to-end experience 
  • Knowledge of statutory deadlines and relevant regulations
  • Previous experience maintaining compliance with all statutory regulations relevant to payroll 
  • Maintaining strong partnerships with all stakeholders to provide quality, efficient and customer focused payroll services
  • High customer focus with a solution-oriented mindset
  • Comfortable working to deadlines whilst maintaining exceptional accuracy and diligence

Additional Information

At Rexel UK, we’re all about welcoming people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results.

By coming together as one team, we’re building a high-performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities.

Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we're making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer position at rexel1?
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Where is the Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer position at rexel1 located?
This Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer role at rexel1 is based in Birmingham, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom, England, gb. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer role at rexel1 full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer role at rexel1.
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When was the Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer job at rexel1 posted?
This Payroll Assistant /Payroll Officer position at rexel1 was posted on Jun 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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