Payroll Specialist

As an NHS Payroll Specialist, you will oversee the complete payroll process and ensure auto-enrollment compliance for a portfolio of clients. You will build strong relationships with your clients and maintain effective communication with the wider offices, HMRC, and other third-party providers. Additionally, you will collaborate with the broader team to review work produced by junior team members and support the Payroll Manager.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established entity in the Accountancy & Professional Services industry. With a thriving workforce exceeding 2000 employees, it prides itself on its commitment to delivering top-quality services across a wide range of sectors. The company has a significant presence in Fareham and enjoys a strong reputation for its emphasis on employee development and career progression.

Description

Payroll Specialist:

Manage end-to-end payroll and auto enrolment compliance for clients
- Handle all tasks associated with payroll processing to completion
- Build relationships with clients and ensure effective communication with offices, HMRC, and third-party providers
- Accurately process pension deductions per NHS policies and stay updated on NHS pension legislation
- Liaise with NHS Pensions Online and GP Practices/NHS organizations to resolve queries and manage contributions
- Ensure accurate monthly balances and contributions to NHS pensions
- Review work by junior team members and support the Payroll Manager
- Lead by example in attitude and payroll processing, and assist the team with queries
- Conduct regular training on legislation and systems
- Handle ad-hoc duties, projects, and develop financial and operational reports as needed

Profile

Payroll Specialist:

Over two years of NHS payroll experience (bureau experience desirable)
- End-to-end payroll processing, including pensions, benefits, and statutory payments
- Knowledge of NHS Pension tiered contributions and online administration (SD55 updates, AW8, RF12, Starters, Leavers)
- Familiarity with Agenda for Change and Medical/Dental terms and conditions (desirable)
- Ability to manually calculate payroll
- High accuracy and attention to detail in manual and systems-based work
- Strong coordination, prioritization, and multitasking skills with minimal supervision
- Customer-focused, able to handle queries via phone and email
- Adaptable to a highly changeable environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- In-depth knowledge of payroll legislation, processing, and auto-enrollment regulations
- Effective client management and staff management experience
- Experience in mentoring and coaching team members
- Ideally, CIPP Foundation degree qualification or working towards it

Job Offer

• An attractive salary in the region of per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working
• Opportunity to work in a large professional services firm with strong growth prospects.
• Generous holiday leave.
• A collaborative and supportive company culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Payroll Team Leader looking to progress their career in a well-established firm in the professional services industry. If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then we would love to hear from you. Apply now