Head of Payroll and Pensions

Public Sector Recruitment
Lewisham, Greater London
Head of Payroll and Pensions

Location: Lewisham, London
Salary: £79.629 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Hybrid 2 days in the officer

About the Role

One of our clients is seeking an experienced Head of Payroll and Pensions to lead their payroll and pension services. This senior role oversees payroll for 6,000 employees and manages the pensions for over 28,000 members. Successful candidate will lead a high-performing team, ensure compliance with legislation, and drive service improvements across the borough.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and develop the payroll and pensions teams, ensuring efficiency and excellent service.

* Manage payroll (Oracle Cloud) and pensions (Altair) systems, including legacy and archived data.

* Provide expert advice on payroll and pension legislation, including LGPS regulations and Pensions Acts.

* Oversee external contracts, including LGPS actuaries, and manage schools’ payroll SLA services.

* Ensure compliance with statutory deadlines, internal controls, and audit requirements.

* Represent our client on pension boards, committees, and external forums.

What We’re Looking For

* Extensive senior-level experience in payroll and pensions management, preferably in local government.

* Strong knowledge of LGPS regulations and payroll legislation.

* Proven leadership and team development skills.

* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

* Relevant degree or professional payroll/pensions qualification or equivalent experience.

Apply now and shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Closing Date: 09/01/2026
Posted 2025-12-03

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