Payroll senior officer

Your new company

A well-established and people-focused public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join the team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Renowned for its commitment to employee wellbeing, professional development and delivering excellent services to the community, the organisation offers a supportive and collaborative working environment. Operating a hybrid working model, you''ll split your time between the office (3 days per week) and home (2 days per week), whilst enjoying a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your personal and professional life.

Your new role

As Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of end-to-end UK payroll within a busy but supportive team environment. Managing the full payroll life cycle, you will process PAYE payroll, administer statutory payments and deductions, maintain employee records, and ensure compliance with HMRC legislation. You will also take ownership of pension administration, including Auto Enrolment and the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), liaising with employees and stakeholders to resolve payroll and pension-related queries. Working closely with colleagues across HR and Finance, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll is delivered efficiently and accurately throughout the contract period.

What you''ll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience processing end-to-end UK payroll and a strong understanding of PAYE legislation and payroll compliance requirements. Experience administering Auto Enrolment pension schemes and LGPS is highly desirable, along with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage payroll deadlines effectively. You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills, capable of building positive relationships across the business whilst delivering a high level of customer service. Experience working within the public sector or a complex payroll environment would be advantageous.

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