Lead Payroll Specialist

Pensions Solutions have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Payroll Specialist to join their Teachers Pensions Team.You will provide insight on payroll to guide clearance of unallocated accounts and development suggestion for the service and contributions return process. Be the specialist on payroll knowledge for the wider team and provide training to support the team and unallocated accounts clearance activity.This is a fixed term contract until November 2024.Job title:
Lead Payroll SpecialistJob Description:
What you’ll be doing:
Provide training to the wider team on payroll fundamentals to improve the effectiveness of support and chaser calls with employers. Ensure all staff have the relevant knowledge to effectively chase employer for clearance of unallocated accounts. Provide Insight to the wider Employer Operation on Payroll processes and activities. Be the voice of Payroll when changes are proposed to process or systems. Take the lead on escalation calls with employers that relate to unallocated accounts clearance. Communicate with all areas of the business to solve customers’ issues. Build and maintain a general understanding of Scheme legislation, policy conditions, business rules and procedures. Be familiar with the contracted performance targets and quality standards to achieve these. To respond to all correspondence in a substantive manner within the agreed time limits.
What we’re looking for:
Proven experience of working independently Significant experience and knowledge of Payroll and HR processes, ideally in local government Significant experience in accurate data input, checking and verifying in accordance with organisational regulations and payroll systems protocols. Up to date knowledge of payroll legislation – PAYE, NI, SSP, SMP etc. Up to date knowledge of Pension schemes and auto-enrolment (preferably Defined Benefit schemes) Demonstrable experience of operating the payroll process from start to end with an emphasis on compliance. Demonstrable experience of working with payroll systems and technologies Significant experience of providing advice and guidance to team colleagues.
About Capita Pensions Solutions:
At Capita Pension Solutions (CPS), we create and implement resilient and responsible pension strategies to help your organisation and your people look forward to a more secure financial future. From pensions administration and consultancy, to the latest technology and engagement techniques, we help ensure sustainable investments which support your success. Join us and discover better ways to engage with and value today’s employees. What can we offer you?
In this role, you would have the opportunity to add real value from the outset and join a growing and thriving team and a great benefits package including: 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave Company matched pension, life assurance, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks, the opportunity to buy extra leave…and plenty more Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle—from discounts on retail, socialising, to travel, technology, and health and wellbeing
What we hope you’ll do next:
Choose “Apply now” to fill out our short application, so that we can learn more about you. We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email Iqbal at
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or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.
Location:
Darlington, United KingdomTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
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