Payroll Officer – Employee Life Cycle | Preston | Full Time
Salary £25,989 – £28,142 per annum (pro‑rata). Permanent, full‑time, 37 hours per week.
We are looking for a Payroll Officer to support the efficient administration of a quality, accurate and timely payroll and pensions function for over 45,000 employees across more than 500 schools, academies and multi‑accredit trust clients. You will be part of a supportive team including a team leader and two senior colleagues, working to monthly deadlines and achieving performance targets.
Responsibilities
* Administer payroll and pensions within statutory, legislative and contractual obligations.
* Maintain accurate payroll records and produce reports.
* Support month‑end and year‑end payroll processing.
* Assist in continuous improvement of payroll processes.
Qualifications
* Strong communication skills.
* Good analytical skills.
* Experience of working within a team.
* Experience of meeting deadlines.
Benefits
* Flexible working hours.
* Three days working from home.
* 26 days annual leave, rising to 32 after five years (pro‑rata for part‑time).
* Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution.
* Staff discount scheme through Vivup with discounts across UK retailers.
* Training and development opportunities.
Contact: Team Leader Hollee Bailey, Tel: 01695 587377. Please note that if you have applied within the last six months, your application may be rejected at short‑listing.
For current or internal applicants, please apply via the internal vacancies option on Oracle Fusion (Me → Current Jobs). Ensure you upload your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria; the panel may not shortlist without this evidence.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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