Payroll & Pensions Officer

Job Title: (Payroll & Pensions Officer) We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll & pensions officer with expertise in payroll and pensions to join on at 12 month fixed term contract and hybrid basis with 2 days in the office and the rest WFH . If you're passionate about accuracy, compliance, and supporting a seamless payroll process, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Payroll Processing: Administer the full payroll cycle for employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries and deductions. Pensions Management: Oversee the processing of pension contributions, including compliance with pension schemes and legislative requirements. Compliance & Legislation: Stay up-to-date with payroll and pension regulations and ensure full compliance with all statutory and company policies, including tax codes, NI contributions, and pension legislation. Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and submit payroll reports, statutory returns (RTI, PAYE, NIC), and pension reports. Employee Queries: Act as a point of contact for employee payroll and pension queries, providing guidance on matters such as pay discrepancies, deductions, and pension options. Reconciliation: Ensure that payroll and pension data reconciles accurately with finance and accounting records. Collaboration: Work closely with HR, finance, and benefits teams to ensure smooth payroll operations, from new hires to leavers. Key Skills & Qualificatio...