Payroll & Pensions Assistant

Job Title

Payroll & Pensions Assistant

Contract and Salary

Fixed Term Contract – 12 months, Grade 4 (£26,403 – £28,142) – subject to national pay award negotiations for 2026.

Hours and Work Pattern

Full Time – 37 hours per week (Flexi Time). Work pattern: Mon – Fri. Location: Headquarters, Eyre Street, Sheffield / Agile home working.

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity within our Payroll & Pensions team in Financial Services for a Payroll & Pensions Assistant based at Headquarters in Sheffield.

Responsibilities

• Support the Payroll & Pensions function by ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Process end‑to‑end payroll data and resolve pay and pension related queries.
• Update and maintain employee records.
• Assist the Payroll & Pensions Officer with the development and functionality of the payroll system in accordance with current legislation and organisational policies.
• Support the efficient delivery of payroll and pensions services.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience working in a Payroll and Pensions environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of payroll legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good multi‑tasking ability.
• Confident with using ICT systems.
• Foundation Level CIPP Qualification.
• GCSEs including Maths and English (A to C or equivalent).

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (pro‑rata) plus Bank Holidays; increases to 32 days after 5 years and up to a maximum of 37 days.
• Generous flexi‑time attendance scheme, potential to accrue up to 13 days within a year.
• Auto‑enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%.
• Enhanced sick pay, free on‑site gym access, cycle‑to‑work scheme, emergency services discount, maternity and paternity schemes, credit union membership.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, LGBTQ+ and individuals with disabilities. We support part‑time / job‑share working hours.

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