Lotus Cars is renowned for crafting world-class, high-performance, and lightweight sports cars that are celebrated across the globe.

Lotus Cars Limited serves as the company’s manufacturing HQ in the UK, where we proudly produce iconic models such as the Emira and the all-electric Evija. As we continue to elevate our capabilities and global presence, we are seeking a Payroll Coordinator to join our dynamic HR team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Hethel.

Summary:

We are looking to engage with an experienced Payroll professional to join Lotus on a permanent basis based at our site in Hethel.

The main responsibility of this role is to ensure all staff are paid accurately and on time and ensuring compliance with all payroll processes. You will also be involved in supporting the Compensation & Benefits Manager in implementing the Reward strategy for the Company.

What you'll do:

• Entry and processing of the payrolls for all UK based payrolls within the Lotus Group.
• Monthly reporting of payroll/HR information within and outside the Company.
• Production of end of year P11D's as necessary.
• Support the implementation and ongoing administration of the Reward strategy.
• Answering questions from employees and supervisors regarding payroll matters
• Ensure all payroll specific records are up to date with any changes.
• Compile extra time & shift accruals.
• Calculating gross and net pay amounts e.g., salary, overtime, shift payments, sales commissions etc.
• Payroll data verification and administration.
• Monitor and manage payroll legislation compliance.
• Journal raising for non payroll calculated costs.
• Support in the administration and processing of international payrolls
• Paye Settlement agreement compilation and submission

What you'll bring:

• Previous experience within a Payroll position.
• Educated to GCSE level with a minimum of a C in Math's.
• High levels of attention to detail.
• Able to work at pace and manage conflicting priorities.
• Strong team working and communication skills.
• CIPP payroll qualified or equivalent

What we offer:

• 25 Vacation Days + Bank Holidays: Recharge, explore, or binge-watch your favorite series with plenty of time to relax and enjoy life outside of work.
• Performance Bonus: Get rewarded for your hard work with an exciting, non-contractual bonus scheme—because great effort deserves great perks.
• Future-Proof Pension: Plan for your tomorrow while thriving today with a solid pension scheme to keep your future bright.
• Private Healthcare: Stay healthy and stress-free with premium healthcare coverage tailored to keep you at your best.
• We work hybrid, meaning you will be in the office when necessary and you can work from home when you're needed there.

Additional Information:

• This role will be working from our Hethel plant within our flexible working policy.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in UK without VISA sponsorship.

Our Company:

Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with over 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 our fully-electric Hyper-GT, Emeya.  

As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them. 

Hethel, Norfolk, England has been the home of Lotus for over 60 years, ever since Colin Chapman, our founder, started making championship-winning racing cars. In conjunction with production facilities in Norwich, and research facilities near Warwick, our UK sites offer a wide breadth of roles for all disciplines.

We're not just a car company; we're a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Group Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organisation. Read more here: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in Lotus Cars.

Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus Cars Limited? Come and take a look at our career site and join the incredible adventure: https://lotusukmanufacturing.teamtailor.com/