Payroll Assistant

Job Description:

Are you ready to power up your career in a company that's leading the way in energy management and automation? At Schneider Electric, we believe access to energy and digital is a basic human right. We empower all to make the most of their energy and resources, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment.

We're on the lookout for a Payroll Assistant who's eager to grow, learn, and contribute to a collaborative team in a dynamic and complex payroll environment. Based in Adelaide, this entry-level role is perfect for someone with a solid foundation in payroll who's ready to take the next step.

What You'll Do

• Own end-to-end payroll processing for a small group of employees
• Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation and Schneider Electric's internal policies
• Maintain accurate employee records, timesheets, and leave balances
• Respond to payroll queries with professionalism and care
• Support audits, reporting, and reconciliations

What You'll Bring

• 12–18 months of payroll experience in the Australian market
• A base-level understanding of Australian payroll legislation
• Sharp attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• A proactive mindset and a hunger to learn and grow

Why Schneider Electric?

• We invest in your development with access to global learning platforms and mentorship
• Be part of a diverse, values-driven team that celebrates innovation and collaboration
• Enjoy hybrid working options and a culture that supports work-life balance
• Join a company that's committed to sustainability and making a real difference in the world
• Long-term opportunities to grow within a global leader in energy management

Ready to make your mark?

If you're passionate about payroll and want to be part of a company that's shaping the future of energy, apply now and start your journey with Schneider Electric in Adelaide.

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

About Our Company:

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today

€36 billion global revenue

+13% organic growth

employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.