Payroll Administrator

Codsall

1 year ago

Applications closed

The Role:
A market leading manufacturing organisation now have a very exciting and career enhancing permanent position within their Payroll function.

This multifunctional position will see you directly involved with “all things payroll” working to company policies and processes to ensure the successful delivery of an end to end payroll system. You will be using a cloud-based IRIS payroll management and processing system.

Based from the Telford regional HR head office, you will work as part of a team and be an integral member of the division implementing your skills and experience with PAYE, payroll and similar HR related systems. You will be tasked with leading all things payroll for this award winning business.

This position offers industry leading flexibility for the successful candidate whereby you can either implement a full working week, reduced hours contract of part time nature to the role. If you have the right payroll experience, we can work a pattern that creates a great work / life balance for you.

This exciting position offers an excellent starting salary, industry leading career options and a company benefits package that surpasses all others. This really is a rare and potentially “career defining” job not to be missed. Apply now for an immediate interview.

Candidate Requirements:
We are looking for a strong understanding and experience of end to end payroll processing. Along with good software and systems experience, you will have an in-depth understanding of payroll processing, tax calculations, pensions contributions and other related employee PAYE processes.

Notably, any experience working for a company as their lead payroll manager, payroll administrator or similar would be very advantageous.

Living locally to Telford, you will ideally have payroll software experience alongside strong skills with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office packages.

If you have payroll administration or similar experience and you’re wanting to join a market leading company who offer excellent earnings and career paths, apply now for immediate consideration. A superb working environment and benefits package awaits the successful candidate

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Feb 12, 2026

Careers

How Many UAV Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a UAV Job?

If you’re aiming for a role in the Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) industry, it can feel like every job advert expects you to know a never-ending list of tools: flight control systems, autopilot frameworks, simulation platforms, sensor suites, communication stacks, mission planning software, GIS tools — and on it goes. With so many names and acronyms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and assume you must learn every tool under the sun before you’ll be taken seriously by employers. Here’s the honest truth most UAV hiring managers won’t say out loud: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool — they hire you because you can use the right tools to solve real UAV problems safely, reliably and in context. Tools matter — absolutely — but they always serve a purpose: solving problems, reducing risk, improving performance, or guiding safer operations. So the real question isn’t how many tools you should know — it’s: which tools you should master, in what context, and why. This article breaks down what employers actually expect, which tools are essential, which are role-specific, and how to focus your learning so you look credible, confident and job-ready.

Feb 3, 2026

Jobs

What Hiring Managers Look for First in UAV Job Applications (UK Guide)

Whether you’re aiming for roles in UAV design, robotics/controls engineering, autonomy & computer vision, flight test & certification, embedded systems, operations, ground control software, systems integration or regulatory compliance, the way you present yourself in an application can make or break your chances — and that often happens before the hiring manager reads past your first few lines. In the UK UAV/jobs market, recruiters and hiring managers scan applications rapidly. They look for relevant experience, measurable delivery, technical credibility, domain awareness and safety/regulatory understanding — often making a decision within the first 10–20 seconds. This guide breaks down exactly what hiring managers look for first in UAV applications, why those signals matter, and how to structure your CV, portfolio and cover letter so you get noticed — not filtered out.

Jan 24, 2026

Education

The Skills Gap in UAV Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) — commonly known as drones — are among the fastest-growing technologies globally. From infrastructure inspection and agriculture to emergency response, surveying, logistics and defence, UAVs are transforming how organisations gather data, deliver services and improve efficiency. In the UK, demand for UAV professionals is increasing rapidly. Yet despite a growing number of graduates with engineering, robotics or aerospace backgrounds, employers continue to report a persistent problem: Many graduates are not ready for real UAV jobs. This is not a reflection of intelligence or academic effort. It is a widening skills gap between what universities teach and what employers actually need in the UAV sector. This article explores that gap in depth — what universities do well, where programmes fall short, why the divide exists, what employers actually want, and how jobseekers can bridge the gap to build a successful career in UAVs.