Linnaeus
Payroll Administrator

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Job Title – Payroll Administrator
Location – Solihull, UK (hybrid)
Hours - Full-time
Why join us?
- Take ownership of your own portfolio of payrolls, managing the full payroll lifecycle from start to finish
- Join a growing payroll function that is continuing to evolve and modernise through exciting centralisation and process improvement initiatives
- Work predominantly from home while remaining connected to a supportive and collaborative payroll team.
- Gain exposure to market-leading systems including ADP iHCM and Workday within a large and complex organisation
- Be part of a business committed to making A Better World for Pets, where your contribution directly supports thousands of employees across the UK.
The team
The Payroll team sits within our Central Support Office and is responsible for delivering payroll services across a large network of veterinary practices throughout the UK. The team consists of nine Payroll Administrators and a Senior Payroll Administrator, all reporting into the Payroll Manager. Together, the team manages 87 monthly payrolls for approximately 6,500 employees. Each Payroll Administrator is responsible for their own dedicated portfolio, providing variety, ownership and the opportunity to build strong working relationships across the business. The team is collaborative, supportive and focused on delivering a high-quality payroll service while continually improving processes and systems.
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What We’re Looking For
- At least three years' experience processing payrolls, including end-to-end payroll administration.
- Strong understanding of payroll legislation, statutory payments and deductions, including SSP, SMP and SPP.
- Ability to manually calculate gross-to-net pay, with a solid understanding of Tax, National Insurance and pension calculations.
- Advanced Excel skills with strong attention to detail, numeracy and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads, work independently and adapt positively to change.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid Working
- Career development opportunities within a growing organisation
- Access to industry-leading payroll and HR systems
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Employee wellbeing and support programmes
- Opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading veterinary groups
About Us
Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading Veterinary care providers committed to creating A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus, operating over 450 animal hospitals and clinics across 18 European countries. Together, our teams deliver high-quality, modern Veterinary care ensuring peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety.


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At MVH Europe, we prioritize a culture of accountability, inclusion, and wellbeing. We believe our purpose — to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS — starts with building a better world for our people. We support our teams through comprehensive wellbeing programmes, clear development and career paths and a shared passion for delivering exceptional outcomes in Veterinary care.
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