Senior Payroll & Pensions Officer

HAYS
London

Job Description

Temporary Payroll & Pensions Officer

Temporary role 3-6 months
Central London
Hybrid working

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll & Pensions Officer to join their team on a temporary basis
Duties include;
  • Manage end‑to‑end monthly payroll for staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK legislation using Oracle payroll system
  • Process starters, leavers, contractual changes, allowances, deductions and enhancements.
  • Administer statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP and ShPP.
  • Complete HMRC submissions (FPS, EPS) and resolve PAYE, NI and tax code issues.
  • Carry out payroll reconciliations, audit checks, and variance analysis prior to sign‑off.
  • Handle complex payroll queries and provide guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Support year‑end tasks including P60, P11D and all relevant reporting.
  • Administer multiple pension schemes including LGPS, TPS, and auto‑enrolment schemes.
  • Process pension starters, leavers, opt‑ins, opt‑outs, contribution changes and retirements.
  • Prepare and submit monthly pension returns to funds and providers.
  • Manage annual returns such as ABS, end‑of‑year reporting and reconciliation tasks.
  • Maintain accurate pension records and handle member queries.
  • Liaise with local authority pension teams, actuaries and external providers as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, HMRC and pension regulations.
  • Maintain and update the Oracle payroll system.
  • Support internal and external payroll audits.
  • Uphold GDPR and confidentiality requirements at all times.
You will have;
  • Strong UK end‑to‑end payroll background using the Oracle payroll system
  • Solid knowledge of LGPS/TPS pension administration.
  • Excellent understanding of UK payroll & pensions legislation.
  • High accuracy, analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Confident using HR/Payroll systems and advanced Excel.
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a busy, fast‑paced environment.
If you have ALL of the above and available immediately, then please apply now !

No sponsorship available for this post

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Posted 2026-04-10

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