- Process and issue employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions.
- Compute wages and deductions, and enter data into computers.
- Review time sheets, work charts, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
- Compile employee time, production, and payroll data from time sheets and other records.
- Process
Payroll administrator | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Payroll administrators make sure employees get paid the right amount on the right date.
Payroll administrators typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.
As a Payroll administrator you will typically work between 8am and 6pm.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 29,527 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Payroll administrator
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31,832 GBP
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28,254 GBP
Average salary for part-time Payroll administrator
Average salary for full-time Payroll administrator
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12,453 GBP
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12,650 GBP
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11,096 GBP
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29,527 GBP
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28,254 GBP
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31,832 GBP
Salary over time for Payroll administrator
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25,776 GBP
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25,774 GBP
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26,198 GBP
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27,141 GBP
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27,084 GBP
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28,539 GBP
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29,527 GBP
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29,217 GBP
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30,272 GBP
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Future outlook for Payroll administrators
Fair outlook
290 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
2% yearly wage growth (on average)
Balanced outlook
56% chance of automation in the future Payroll administrator - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Payroll administrator and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Payroll administrator.
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Payroll administrator. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Payroll administrator interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
