Payroll Specialist

Inside Housing Management; Leeds; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable housing organization in England is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will oversee the entire payroll process, ensuring accurate payments and compliance with statutory regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive payroll experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and enjoys working independently. The role offers a salary of £38,378.71 annually, 26 days of annual leave, and a flexible rewards package, aiming to create an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme with matched contributions

Access to fitness classes and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Experience in full end-to-end payroll delivery.
• Understanding of statutory and pension requirements.
• Ability to work independently and handle queries professionally.

Responsibilities

• Run the full end-to-end payroll process.
• Manage statutory payments and ensure compliance.
• Oversee pension administration and reporting.

Skills

Strong background in payroll

High accuracy and organisation

Problem-solving skills

Tools

IRIS

Cascade

Job description

Are you the kind of payroll pro who lives for accuracy, thrives working solo, and still loves being part of a brilliant People team? Do you get a buzz from making sure every colleague is paid correctly, on time and with care? If that sounds like you… keep reading

We’re on the lookout for a tenacious, detail obsessedPayroll Specialistto join us on a12month fixed term contract.This is your chance to take full ownership of our end-to-end payroll service, from first input to post payroll reporting and make a real impact in a role that people across Yorkshire Housing depend on.

What you’ll be doing

In this stand-alone role, you’ll be the go to expert for all things payroll and pensions, responsible for delivering a smooth, accurate and compliant service every month. You'll:

• Run thefull end-to-end payrollprocess - nothing is outsourced, so this is your world to own.
• Ensure colleagues are paid correctly and on time, every time.
• Manage statutory payments and legislative compliance (SSP, SMP, PAYE, NI etc.)
• Oversee pension administration including auto-enrolment and provider reconciliations.
• Produce RTI submissions, year-end returns, P60s, P11Ds and all the other essentials that keep us compliant.
• Partner with Finance to deliver accurate reporting and reconciliations.
• Tackle queries with empathy, patience and professionalism - even when the pressure is on.

What we’re looking for

This role will suit someone who’s been the payroll person before - someone who knows the rhythm, the pressures, and the satisfaction of delivering a flawless payroll process end‑to‑end. You’ll bring:

• Strong background in a payroll role, taking full ownership of payroll delivery.
• Deep understanding of end‑to‑end and post‑payroll processes, including statutory and pension requirements.
• Comfortable working independently - you’ll be the payroll expert here.
• Highly accurate, methodical and naturally organised.
• A resilient problem‑solver who doesn’t give up when things get complex.
• Experience with IRIS or Cascade is a bonus, but not a deal‑breaker.

The nuts and bolts

In return for your expertise, we’re offering a salary of£38,378.71per year for this12 month fixed term contract, you’ll work a 35-hour week, get 26 days annual leave which rises to 31 plus Bank Holidays.

You’ll benefit from a flexible reward package, including a cash plan for prescriptions and eye tests, retail discounts, and a pension scheme with matched contributions up to 9%. Wellbeing is a priority, with access to free fitness classes, instant My GP service, and counselling sessions.

Discover more about our employment perks here.

We’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can contribute their best work and be themselves. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every requirement. If you need support with your application or have questions, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

Important stuff;

This role will close on01.03.26, but we may close earlier if we receive loads of smashing applications so don’t delay. With first stage interviews expected to take place via MS Teams on12.03.26. The 2nd stage will be face to face in our Leeds workspace19.03.26 –make you’re your diary is free before applying!

Internal applicants must inform their current line manager – it’s the right thing to do!