LW240121 Payroll Assistant

Overview

NHS Grampian Payroll Team seeks an enthusiastic individual to join as Payroll Assistant in a busy, dynamic team within the People and Culture Directorate HR Service Centre (HRSC).

Responsibilities

• Work with an experienced Payroll Officer to administer a payroll section, including processing and updating pay records
• Manage allocated work to meet weekly and monthly payroll deadlines and ensure salary payments are accurate
• Respond to payroll queries from managers and employees, investigate and resolve issues as required
• Provide administrative support to the Payroll Team for general processing requirements, including compiling employee contractual documentation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 standard grades, including English and Maths, and good communication skills
• Positive team player
• Experience with ePayroll/NHS Workforce systems is an advantage but not essential (full training provided)

Important Notes

Applicants who do not meet the essential requirements need not apply.

Additional Information

• As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro rata. A corresponding increase in hourly rate will offset the reduction.
• The role may operate within the Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone; candidates will be responsible for associated costs.
• Interviews will be held during the week commencing 25th May 2026.