About Us
ECM (Vehicle Delivery Service) Ltd is one of the UK’s most dynamic transport companies, specialising in the nationwide movement of new and used vehicles via car transporter. With a fleet of over 500 transporters, we are part of the Constellation Automotive Group, which includes leading brands such as We Buy Any Car, Cinch, and British Car Auctions.
At ECM, we believe our people are the heart of our success. Since 1979, we’ve built a reputation for customer satisfaction and have become a recognised leader in Finished Vehicle Logistics. Our commitment to our employees is reflected in our low turnover rate, excellent pay, and continuous investment in their development.
Please note: due to our location, a full driving licence is required as there are no local public transport links.
The Role
We are looking for a Payroll & Holiday Administrator to join our busy and supportive Payroll team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a complex and varied payroll environment, supporting a large, operational workforce with multiple pay structures. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while developing your knowledge across a wide range of payroll activities.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with data, and developing their payroll expertise in a fast-paced setting. You will support the day-to-day running of payroll operations, including:
- Processing staff timesheets
- Calculation of driver weekly pay across 20+ pay agreements
- Processing weekly & monthly payrolls
- Driver tachograph analysis
- Spreadsheet work
- Daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Maintaining our holiday booking system
- Filing & scanning documentation
- General office administration
About You
Previous payroll experience is desirable but not essential - we are happy to consider candidates with transferable skills, as full training will be provided.
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A discreet, professional, and proactive approach.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:
- Exposure to a complex payroll environment - ideal for building valuable, in-demand payroll skills
- 28 days’ paid holiday including Bank Holidays, increasing by 1 day at 5 years’ service up to a maximum of 5 extra days at 9 years
- Free on‑site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential support
- Retail discounts and cashback at major high‑street and online brands
- Company uniform provided
Pay: Up to £30,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Carlisle CA6 4NW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What interests you about this role and working for ECM?
- Due to our rural location and lack of public transport links, we require employees to have access to their own vehicle. Do you meet this requirement?
- This position is fully office-based and does not offer remote or hybrid working. Please confirm that you are okay with this. Please confirm that you are comfortable with this arrangement.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
