A well-established and values-led organisation is seeking a skilled Payroll & Pensions Officer to join its Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with payroll experience looking for flexibility, meaningful work, and supportive colleagues.

Payroll adviser responsibilities:

* Managing end-to-end payroll and pension processing

* Ensuring compliance with all payroll legislation and internal policies

* Handling Real Time Information (RTI) submissions and payments

* Support the preparation of monthly payroll data for inclusion in financial reports and budget variance analysis.

* Handle payroll and pension queries efficiently, providing clear and timely communication until resolution is achieved.

* Manage all payment processes including BACS salary payments, pension contributions, and third-party disbursements.

* Provide cover and deputise for the Financial Payroll & Pensions Manager as needed.

* Proactively identify areas for improvement and raise them with the Payroll & Pensions Manager.

Skills & experience required:

* Solid payroll experience and up-to-date knowledge of legislation

* Confidence with manual payroll calculations and pension schemes

* Strong IT and Excel skills

* Organised, accurate, and great at managing time

* A proactive team player with excellent communication skills

Benefits

* 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)

* Outstanding pension (up to 12% employer contributions)

* Life assurance (4x salary)

* Health cashback, EAP, cycle to work scheme, gym discounts

* Loyalty rewards for long service

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy