Head of Payroll & Pensions – London Salary: up to £86,000 per annum Permanent | Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) A rare and career-defining leadership opportunity has arisen for an experienced payroll and pensions professional to take strategic ownership of a large, complex and high-impact payroll & LGPS operation in London. We are looking for a confident, forward-thinking senior leader who can drive excellence across payroll and pensions administration, lead high-performing teams and ensure full compliance with a wide range of legislative, regulatory and audit requirements. This is a role with genuine influence, modernisation potential and visibility at the highest levels of the organisation. About the Role As the Head of Payroll & Pensions, you will lead and shape a major payroll and pensions function responsible for: A large, diverse workforce across multiple service areas and schools A significant and complex payroll operation A substantial public-sector pension scheme with a broad membership base Ongoing governance, compliance and regulatory accountability High-volume transactions, data management and system integrity Strong internal and external stakeholder relationships. You will be the organisation’s senior expert on all payroll and pension matters, advising senior leaders, interpreting complex legislation, and ensuring robust systems, controls and processes across all areas of the...