Senior Payroll Administrator

Who We Are 

At Ultimate Performance, excellence is the standard—not the exception. 

We are a luxury, globally expanding personal training and fitness brand, operating across major international markets. We deliver highly personalised, results-driven training experiences supported by world-class expertise, precision, and discretion. 

Behind every exceptional client experience is a business that operates with absolute accuracy and control. Payroll is fundamental to that standard.

The Role 

We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Administrator to play a key role in supporting payroll operations across a growing, multi-entity international business. 

Reporting into the Global Payroll Manager, this is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and controlled payroll delivery across multiple regions. You will review payroll outputs, manage complex queries, maintain payroll systems, and support continuous improvement, while providing guidance and oversight to a Payroll Administrator. 

This role is suited to someone who thrives in high-performance environments and takes pride in precision, accountability, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do 

Payroll Delivery & Support 

• Support the end-to-end payroll process across multiple international entities  

• Review payroll calculations and outputs to ensure accuracy and consistency  

• Coordinate payroll submissions to external providers, ensuring completeness and compliance  

• Work closely with Finance to ensure payroll payments are processed accurately and on time  

Payroll Queries & Employee Experience 

• Act as a key point of contact for payroll and benefits queries across the business  

• Manage and resolve queries via the payroll inbox and internal systems (including Halo)  

• Provide clear, professional guidance to employees, delivering a consistent and trusted payroll experience  

Global Benefits & Reward 

• Support the administration of benefits and reward schemes across multiple countries  

• Oversee new starter enrolments and maintain accurate benefit records  

• Assist with bonus documentation and communications  

• Act as an escalation point for more complex benefit queries  

Employee Lifecycle 

• Maintain accurate payroll and benefits data within the HRIS  

• Process payroll changes, including deductions and adjustments  

• Manage payroll-related leaver processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness  

Compliance & Continuous Improvement 

• Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records, ensuring audit readiness  

• Support the development and maintenance of payroll documentation and templates  

• Operate with strict confidentiality and in line with data protection requirements  

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and control  

Team Contribution 

• Provide support and guidance to the Payroll Administrator  

• Act as a reliable escalation point within the payroll function  

• Contribute to a high-performing, collaborative payroll team  

What We’re Looking For 

• Proven experience in payroll (3+ years preferred), ideally within a multi-entity or international environment  

• Strong understanding of payroll processes and controls  

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail  

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills  

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion  

• Clear and confident communication skills  

• Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement  

• Strong Excel and systems capability (payroll systems experience essential)  

What You’ll Get 

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays  

• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice with employer contributions)  

• Simplyhealth plan (dental, optical, physio, and more)  

• 40% discount on supplements, books, and partner offers  

• Up to 50% off Personal Training (up to 36 sessions per year)  

• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Tech, Home)  

• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)  

• Free group fitness training  

Additional Information 

• Location: Manchester City Centre  

• Working pattern: 3 days office / 2 days home (post-training)  

• Hours: 37.5 per week  

• Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)