Pros
Activpayroll is a very close-knit team and relies solely on teamwork. The training resources are endless and you are constantly learning on the job which ensures your working week flys by. Your hard work is rewarded through career progression and management are great at making you feel valued. You receive 28 days holiday plus 3 fixed days. On completion of your probation you receive a gym allowance, personal pension plan and are invited onto the company’s group life insurance. There is an Activ rewards site which offers discounts across numerous retailers. Salary bandings are fair and in line. The company organises summer and Christmas social events which is a great way of interacting with peers across the other departments. There is lots of opportunities to participate in charity events such as Anchor Wipeout, Glack Attack, Skydiving and Maggie’s Culture Crawl.
Cons
With the nature of payroll you can be expected to work slightly later during the busy period to ensure items are closed out on time. Working with clients and partners in different time zones can appear challenging.