Payroll Administrator - Fixed Term Part-Time
Cundall
payroll administration
payroll liaison
hr coordination
pension contributions
paye management
ledger reconciliation
In line with the continuing growth of our business, we are looking to appoint a Payroll Administrator to join our busy team in our head office in Newcastle to support the team for 6 months on a part time (3 days per week) basis. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for payroll administration, liaising with the practice’s external payroll bureau and our own in-house HR team to ensure the accurate payment of staff salaries and associated payroll matters such as pension contributions and PAYE related matters. In addition, some associated finance administration responsibilities are part of this role including general ledger analysis and reconciliation of key control accounts and the payment of expenses.
excel
word
paye
payroll
data analysis
pension
With proven experience in a payroll environment and finance related function within a fast-paced and complex organisation, you have a highly organised and proactive approach to your work. You are used to working on multiple priorities and to tight deadlines – making use of your initiative, self-motivation, and effective communication skills.
You have experience of taking instruction from multiple stakeholders, while also managing expectations and ensuring the consistent delivery of an excellent service. Experience of working within an international partnership or engineering consultancy is desirable, although not essential.Essential Skills Required
- Ability to manipulate and analyse data
- Strong communicator
- Strong attention to detail
- Good command of Excel and Word
- Working knowledge of UK payroll and PAYE
- Experience of administering pension contributions to scheme
- Ability to work to agreed deadlines
- Proactive approach to working
- Founded in 1976, Cundall has grown from a small engineering practice to a leading global consultancy.
- Specializes in providing innovative, sustainable design solutions for buildings, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
- They work across diverse industries such as commercial, residential, industrial, and transport.
- Their approach blends technical expertise with a commitment to creating future-proof, low-carbon designs.
- Known for delivering some of the world’s most high-profile and energy-efficient projects.
- Pioneered numerous developments in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind power projects.
- Their team of experts helps clients navigate the complexities of infrastructure and urban development.
- Some of their landmark projects include iconic sustainable buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Innovation and technical excellence remain at the core of their operations, constantly pushing boundaries in engineering.
- Creativity – think differently, going beyond what our clients expect to design solutions that they love. We invest our time, effort and talent in research and development, which benefits the wider industry and society, as well as our own business.
- Excellence – striving to make every project outstanding and better than the last one; learning from successes and failures; committing to continuous self‑improvement through training and knowledge‑sharing; implementing and following robust systems and processes to deliver excellent work.
- Collaboration – building amazing teams by talking to and helping each other, sharing knowledge and expertise, giving and receiving honest feedback, building and maintaining great relationships, and having fun working with colleagues, industry peers and clients.
- Integrity – operating within a strong moral code, sticking to promises, always giving our best; meeting deadlines and turning up on time; having difficult conversations when needed; saying what we mean and meaning what we say; caring about each other; being courteous and kind.
25% by 2024
Interim Net Zero Target
Twenty-five percent of projects will achieve net zero carbon by the end of 2024, marking significant progress toward broader sustainability goals.
Carbon Positive by 2025
Business Ambition Goal
Aiming to become carbon positive by 2025, contributing more environmental good than harm.
Global Neutral 2020
Carbon Neutral Achievement
Global commercial operations were certified carbon neutral under PAS 2060/Carbon Trust in September 2020, comprehensively addressing Scopes 1-3 emissions.
Zero Carbon by 2030
Design Commitment
Every project will be designed to meet zero carbon criteria aligned with science-based targets by 2030.
- Zero Carbon Design commitment by 2030.
- Published a comprehensive sustainability roadmap。
- Signatory of Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment in 2018.
2020
Diversity Strategy Launched
The company launched its Valuing Diversity strategy to become the most inclusive consultancy in the industry.
- Leaders harness humility, curiosity; encourage, empower and inspire others.
- STEM outreach includes apprenticeships, internships, summer placements; financial support to students from low-income backgrounds.
- ‘Cundall Communities’ networks amplify under-represented voices, each with its own agenda and dedicated budget.
- Education on privilege, power, bias, and meritocracy; inclusion libraries to support learning.
- Policy against nepotism and cronyism ensures fair opportunities based on merit.
- Neurodiversity policy and education; support for conditions like dyslexia, ADHD, autism.
- Commitment to enhancing diversity in leadership and transparent reporting on progress.
