Senior Payroll & Pensions Associate – Leeds (Hybrid)
Our client, one of the UK’s leading professional services organisations is currently recruiting for a Senior Payroll & Pensions Associate for their Leeds based team.
As Senior Payroll & Pensions Associate you’ll take ownership of a designated payroll group, ensuring all data, calculations, and payments are processed accurately and in line with statutory and internal requirements. You’ll also play a key role in administering pension contributions, managing opt-ins/outs, and supporting the smooth flow of information between payroll, benefits, and pension teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage end-to-end payroll for a designated group of employees, ensuring all data is accurate and compliant.
* Stay up to date with PAYE regulations and system enhancements that impact payroll and pensions processes.
* Liaise with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate exchange of data related to pay and benefits.
* Resolve complex payroll and pension queries, including tax, parental leave, and contribution changes.
* Respond to HMRC and employee queries while maintaining compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations.
* Contribute to process improvements and support team initiatives to deliver a best-practice payroll service.
As Senior Payroll & Pensions Associate you’ll bring strong technical payroll knowledge and a keen eye for detail, with a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement. You’re someone who thrives under pressure, communicates clearly, and works collaboratively across teams to achieve shared goals.
Requirements:
* Experience working in a payroll and/or pensions role within a large or complex organisation.
* Strong computer literacy and experience with payroll software systems.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* CIPP qualification (desirable, not essential).
What’s on Offer
* A collaborative and supportive team culture.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Hybrid working model with base location in Leeds.
* Exposure to large-scale payroll operations and a variety of internal systems and processes.
Interested? Apply today