Lancashire County Council

Payroll Officer Employee Life Cycle | Full time | Payroll services | Preston, Lancashire

Lancashire County Council  •  £26k - £28k/yr  •  Preston, GB (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Salary £25,989 - £28,142 per annum | 37 hours per week | Fixed term, Full time | Payroll services | Preston, Lancashire

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Payroll Services at Lancashire County Council. The service provides payroll to over 45,000 employees for a diverse range of clients which include over 500 schools, district councils, academies and multi academy trust clients.

The role of the Payroll Officer is to support the efficient administration of a quality, accurate and timely payroll, and pensions function in accordance with statutory, legislative, and contractual obligations. You will be part of a supportive team including, a team leader and two senior colleagues, who provide a professional payroll service, working to monthly deadlines, and achieving monthly performance targets.

Whilst experience of working within payroll services is not essential, you do need:

  • Strong communications skills.
  • Good analytical skills.
  • Experience of working within a team.
  • Experience of working to deadlines.

Why join us?

  • Flexible working hours.
  • 3 days working from home.
  • 26 days annual leave entitlement rising to 32, after five years' continuous service (pro rata for part time employees).
  • Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution.
  • Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup will give you access to a huge range of discounts across the UK’s major retailers including supermarkets, technology, fashion, travel and much more.
  • Training and development opportunities.

This role is currently based in Preston, for a chat about the role please contact Team Leader Aidhin McComish on 01772 530309

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Lancashire County Council

About Lancashire County Council

Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life.

For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes.

As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Preston, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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