Payroll & Pensions Leader — Flexible HR Operations

Bristol City Corporation; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Bristol is looking for a Payroll and Pensions Manager to oversee essential payroll services. You'll lead a professional team, ensuring timely and accurate payroll delivery while maintaining compliance with legal requirements. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, extensive payroll experience, and advanced problem-solving abilities. Join us for a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the community with a flexible and rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Membership of the Local Government Pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Payroll qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Experience managing diverse teams.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely payroll and pensions services.
• Act as escalation point for complex queries.
• Lead, support, and develop a diverse team.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and audits.
• Drive continuous improvement and system development.

Skills

Payroll qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience

Detailed experience of running payrolls in compliance with legal and audit requirements

Strong leadership skills

Ability to oversee employer administration of occupational pensions

Advanced problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge and/or experience of advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

A local government organization in Bristol is looking for a Payroll and Pensions Manager to oversee essential payroll services. You'll lead a professional team, ensuring timely and accurate payroll delivery while maintaining compliance with legal requirements. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, extensive payroll experience, and advanced problem-solving abilities. Join us for a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the community with a flexible and rewarding work environment.