Payroll and Pensions Officer

Job Description Imperial Recruitment Group are working on behalf of a highly successful college with an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional education and training.We are seeking a Payroll & Pensions Officer to join a well-established business support team. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.The Role The successful candidate will support the Payroll Manager in delivering accurate and timely payroll services for approximately 1,250 staff. You will also assist with the administration of multiple pension schemes and provide cover for the Payroll Manager when required.This is a varied role requiring strong attention to detail, up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation, and the ability to manage complex payroll processes.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with the end-to-end processing of monthly payrolls Support and administer pension schemes including Teachers Pension, Local Government Pension Scheme and NEST Take ownership of payroll processing in the absence of the Payroll Manager Liaise with HR, Finance and line managers to resolve payroll queries Ensure all payroll data such as starters, leavers, variations and statutory payments are processed accurately and on time Reconcile payroll data and carry out manual calculations where required Process employee benefits including salary sacrifice schemes and other deductions Ensure compliance with PAYE, NIC, pensions and auto enrolment requirements Maintain accurate records in line with GDPR and organisational policies Keep up to date with payroll and pension legislation and identify areas for process improvementAbout YouYou will have a payroll qualification such as CIPP Level 3 (or equivalent) or relevant experience, along with a strong understanding of payroll and pension administration.You will also demonstrate:Experience of working with complex payrolls Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and processes Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and interpersonal skills The ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality Good IT skills including Excel, Word and OutlookExperience within the education sector or with LGPS, TPS or Access People XD systems would be advantageous but is not essential.Additional InformationAll appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Created: 2026-04-30