Job Description
3 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Role Purpose
This role provides reliable, efficient, and flexible administrative support across teams delivering a specialist payroll service. It involves handling a variety of payroll, pension, HR, and financial processing tasks that require accuracy, attention to detail, and sustained concentration.
The postholder will support the smooth delivery of payroll and HR services by maintaining records, processing employee data, and responding to client queries in line with established procedures and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
* Set up and maintain new starter records within payroll and HR systems
* Process changes to existing contracts, including pay and employment details
* Carry out payroll calculations and related financial processing tasks
* Administer pension-related tasks in line with policies and regulations
* Respond to routine client queries, providing accurate information and guidance
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee and payroll records
* Produce standard correspondence in accordance with procedures
* Ensure all work is completed within set deadlines and service standards
* Support the wider team with general administrative duties as required
Requirements:
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
* Good numerical and data processing skills
* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to follow set procedures and guidelines
* Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
* Experience in payroll, pensions, or HR administration (desirable but not essential)
* Proficiency in standard office software and databases
Additional Information
* Bi-Weekly Payments
* 22.5 Hours Per Week