Job Description
Payroll Team Leader - Permanent - Belfast - Public Sector - NILGOSC
Your new company NILGOSC, the administering authority for the Local Government Pension Scheme in Northern Ireland, is a well‑respected public sector body responsible for managing the pensions of thousands of members across councils, education bodies and other participating employers. With a strong focus on accuracy, governance and high‑quality service delivery, NILGOSC offers a stable working environment, excellent employee support and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the pension payments of over 50,000 scheme members. Your new role As Payroll Team Leader, you will:
* Oversee the monthly and annual pension payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
* Allocate workloads, support the team and monitor performance standards.
* Handle complex queries such as overpayments, re‑employment cases and pension benefit calculations.
* Maintain accurate member records and ensure compliance with regulations.
* Train, develop and support payroll staff through coaching, reviews and regular team meetings.
* Manage staffing levels, approve leave and monitor attendance.
* Improve payroll processes, resolve issues and support system or procedure updates.
* Prepare reports, assist with projects and represent the organisation at external events when required.
What you'll need to succeed
* Five GCSEs including Maths and English, and a CIPP qualification or Level 3+ payroll‑related qualification with relevant experience;OR GCSEs plus four years’ relevant payroll experience;OR GCSEs plus Level 5/6 qualification and two years’ relevant experience.
* Experience running an end‑to‑end computerised payroll for 100+ employees (ideally 200+).
* Good knowledge of payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and statutory calculations.
* At least one year’s experience supervising or checking the work of others.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
* Strong numeracy, accuracy and problem‑solving skills.
* Clear and confident communication skills, able to deal with complex queries and provide training.
* Good IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and experience using payroll systems.
* Willingness to work towards or maintain a CIPP advanced payroll or pension qualification.
What you'll get in return
* A permanent role within a respected public body.
* Competitive salary and attractive public‑sector benefits.
* Generous pension contributions.
* Strong work‑life balance with flexible working hours.
* Opportunities for ongoing training, development and progression.
* The chance to lead a dedicated team and make a positive impact on service delivery.
* Involvement in varied work including projects, process improvements and external events.
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