Payroll & HR Systems Administrator

GXO (formerly Wincanton) · Burnley, BB10

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Do you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working with payroll data, systems and processes?

Can you provide excellent administrative support while ensuring payroll information is maintained accurately and confidentially? Do you take pride in ensuring colleagues are paid accurately and on time while delivering an excellent customer experience?

Exciting things are happening at GXO! We're delighted to announce the expansion of our Fashion & Apparel operations with the launch of our newest distribution site in Burnley (BB10). Following significant investment, this site is being brought back to life and will become a key part of our growing UK network.

As a Payroll & HR Systems Administrator, you'll play an important role in supporting the smooth and accurate delivery of payroll activities across the site. Working closely with Payroll, HR and operational teams, you'll ensure colleague records, time and attendance information and payroll data are maintained to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a high-quality service to colleagues and stakeholders alike.

This is a full time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hour week

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £28.000.00 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Support weekly and monthly payroll activities, ensuring all information is processed accurately and on time
  • Maintain payroll records, employee data and time & attendance systems
  • Respond to payroll queries and work with HR and Payroll teams to resolve any issues
  • Produce payroll reports, trackers and key administration documentation
  • Support compliance, record keeping and continuous improvement activities across the department

What you need to succeed at GXO:

  • Previous administration experience, ideally within payroll, HR or a fast-paced support function
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy when handling data
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Posted 06 Nov 2026
Apply by 04 Jan 2027

Where you'd be based

BB10

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