Payroll Officer

Are you ready to play a vital role in delivering accurate and efficient payroll services within a well-established Public Sector Organisation? Our client, a well-respected employer committed to supporting its workforce, is seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join their dynamic team. In this key position, you'll ensure seamless payroll and pensions administration, helping the organisation maintain compliance and support its employees with confidence.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary (£36K)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Immediate start

About your next employer

Join a reputable organisation known for its commitment to transparency, innovation, and employee well-being. With a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality services, this employer values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the Payroll Manager, this role offers a chance to make a tangible impact in a respected environment that supports its people and mission.

About you

• Possess at least 1 year of recent payroll processing experience in a computerised environment
• Strong understanding of payroll procedures, tax, national insurance, and pension administration
• Knowledge of Local Government Terms and Conditions is highly desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and payroll systems
• Demonstrates a professional, courteous approach when dealing with internal and external stakeholders

What you'll do

• Ensure timely payment of salaries, wages, and allowances to staff and elected members in accordance with relevant regulations
• Prepare and validate payroll data, including variable hours, deductions, and statutory payments
• Maintain accurate employee records and process all changes such as new starts, leavers, and rate adjustments
• Manage pension records and ensure compliance with statutory guidelines
• Handle payroll-related enquiries efficiently and professionally
• Assist in preparing statutory returns and manage real-time information submissions to HMRC
• Support payroll system updates, participate in process improvements, and contribute to policy documentation
• Be ready to adapt and respond to urgent payroll matters, including error investigation and urgent payments

For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact Jamie Gault for a confidential chat today.