Job Description
Payroll and Benefits Officer
Liverpool City Centre | Hybrid £36,600 per annum
About the Role
We're looking for a strong, hands‑on Payroll and Benefits Officer to take ownership of the day‑to‑day payroll, pensions and benefits operation role is heavily payroll‑focused. The wider payroll team will be involved in a major HR system implementation project, and this position will play a critical role in ensuring that business‑as‑usual payroll activity continues to run smoothly throughout the transition.Experience of working within an IT‑driven or systems‑led environment would be highly beneficial.
What You'll Be Doing
* Payroll, Pensions & Benefits (Primary Focus)
* Run the day‑to‑day payroll and pensions process accurately and on time
* Administer reward and benefits including LGPS, GPP, mileage, holiday trading, starters and leavers
* Ensure payroll data is accurate, compliant and quality‑checked
* Process payroll journals, reconciliations and year‑end requirements
* Act as the main point of contact for payroll, benefits and pension queries
Supporting Systems Change
* Maintain payroll stability while the wider team delivers an HR system change
* Work confidently with payroll and people systems to manage data accurately
* Identify issues early and ensure continuity of service during transition
Compliance & Governance
* Stay up to date with payroll and pensions legislation
* Support audits, controls and procedural updates
* Ensure payroll data and processes meet statutory and internal requirements
Stakeholder Support
* Provide clear, practical advice to internal customers
* Work closely with People Services and Finance teams
What We're Looking ForEssential
* Strong, proven experience in payroll (this is a hands‑on role)
* Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
* Experience administering LGPS pension schemes
* High attention to detail and data accuracy
* Confidence working with HR/payroll systems and Excel
* Comfortable managing confidential information and tight deadlines
Desirable
* Payroll or pensions qualification (e. CIPP)
* IT‑focused or systems implementation experience
* Experience supporting payroll continuity during change or transformation
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