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Job Type: Entry-Level / Graduate Scheme / Apprentice Path Location: Wakefield About the role The primary purpose of this role is to participate in the SAMpeople Payroll Academy, a structured, high-touch training centre operating out of our Wakefield office. This entry-level scheme is specifically designed to transform ambitious school leavers or university graduates into fully self-sufficient corporate payroll professionals. By mastering internal software, compliance frameworks, and administrative workflows from the ground up, you will progressively take ownership of baseline data tasks, directly reducing the operational burden on our core delivery teams while launching a long-term career path. Crucially, this role leverages an intensive in-person team environment to foster rapid development, casual peer learning, and strong professional camaraderie.  Core responsibilities Learning and Operational Development Actively engage in intensive, systems-based onboarding covering internal payroll applications, data compliance rules, Education sector specific and standard HMRC guidelines. Adopt a highly coachable mindset, absorbing constructive feedback from the Team Leader and applying it to improve operational data input accuracy. Data Administration & Verification Execute high-volume, baseline administrative inputs, including entering employee variables, processing timesheets, and updating internal documentation. Methodically cross-reference new starter and leaver information, actively flagging system anomalies, data gaps, or formatting errors before processing runs. Monitored Portfolio Ownership Assume progressive, monitored autonomy over a small, predictable set of portfolios as training advances. Ensure all end-to-end processing is fully prepared on time and routed directly to the Team Leader for a 100% quality and compliance audit before final submission. Office Pod Collaboration Actively participate in daily in-person team stand-ups, workflow brainstorming sessions, and shared problem-solving within the Wakefield pod. Contribute to a vibrant, communicative office culture, actively collaborating with peers to eliminate professional isolation and optimize overall pod efficiency. Requirements About you This role is ideal for anyone looking for a graduate job, apprenticeship, or an entry-level administrative role. The role may be of particular interest to School Leavers or University Graduates (any degree background—we train you on everything!). Accuracy & Detail-Oriented Possesses a strong "audit eye" with a natural ability to process high volumes of data accurately without compromising on quality. Methodical approach to spotting data anomalies, formatting errors, or compliance issues within spreadsheets. Takes pride in the precision of personal output, ensuring thorough self-checking before passing work forward. Collaborative & Team Player Highly motivated by a physical, in-person office environment and eager to contribute to a vibrant team culture. Strong active listening and communication skills, with a natural ability to build on ideas and problem-solve collectively within a group. Demonstrates workplace empathy and a willingness to support peers during busy periods to keep the team moving forward. Understanding of AI Principles & Interest in Learning More Possesses a baseline conceptual awareness of how artificial intelligence and automation can be used to streamline repetitive data tasks. Demonstrates strong digital literacy and a curious, tech-minded approach to learning new corporate systems. Highly adaptable and enthusiastic about training on advanced software, automation tools, and future AI-driven payroll applications. Coachability & Growth Mindset Open-minded and receptive to feedback, viewing constructive coaching as an opportunity for rapid personal development. Driven by a strong desire to learn the "why"