HR/Payroll Officer

WMJobs; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HR/Payroll Officer to join their dynamic team. This full-time position involves providing comprehensive HR and Payroll support, ensuring accurate payroll calculations, and managing various HR-related tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and IT skills, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact while working in a supportive and inclusive environment, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in HR and Payroll.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR/Payroll/Pensions is essential.
• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR and Payroll support across the council.
• Manage payroll, pensions, and HR policies.

Skills

HR & Payroll Support

Customer Service

IT Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

Tools

HR and Payroll Systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

City of Wolverhampton Council,

HR/Payroll Officer

Full time 37 hrs per week, permanent

Grade 5 salary range £29,093 - £32,654

Full time Permanent

We are currently seeking to appoint a permanent HR/Payroll Officer. Applications are invited from experienced HR & Payroll Officers to join our team. Under the guidance of the HR & Payroll Support Manager, you will provide HR and Payroll support across the City of Wolverhampton Council and its partners. Responsibilities include payroll, pensions, HR support, policies and procedures, new starters, and leavers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, responsible, and highly organized individual to join a dynamic and busy environment. The successful candidate will have GCSEs or equivalent (including English and Maths) or recent extensive HR/Payroll/Pensions experience. Experience in a school environment would be advantageous.

If you are positive, customer-centric, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple deadlines, we welcome your application. You should be able to:

1. Interpret HR & Payroll information to make sound judgments and undertake relevant actions for end-to-end processing.
2. Carry out accurate payroll-related calculations.
3. Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
4. Manage a varied workload responsibly.
5. Use initiative and escalate concerns proactively and timely.
6. Interpret work and tasks to deliver effective and timely outcomes.
7. Demonstrate a positive attitude and professional customer service.
8. Possess strong IT and communication skills, with proficiency in HR and Payroll systems, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Please see the job description and person specification for full details.

The interview process will include a test. Candidates who pass the test will proceed to a panel interview.

Previous applicants need not apply.

For more information, contact Dal Dhindsa at [e-mail].

Working arrangements

Roles are allocated to fixed, field, or flexible work styles. Some roles are agile, allowing employees to maximize performance and work-life balance. Fixed roles are in a permanent council location; field roles involve community work; flexible roles allow working from home or various locations as needed. Refer to the Job Description for specific workstyle details.

For more about working at the council, including culture, policies, and more, click here.

Diversity

We aim to build a workforce reflecting our diverse community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. We are a Disability Confident Employer, have received the Stonewall Silver Award, and the RACE Code Quality Mark, demonstrating our commitment to inclusion and equality.

We offer a guaranteed interview for applicants meeting the essential criteria, as part of our commitment to supporting disabled applicants, armed forces personnel, and care leavers.

We promote an inclusive culture where employees can thrive. Join our staff equality forums to have your voice heard.

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For full role responsibilities and requirements, see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

To discuss this opportunity further, contact Dal Dhindsa at [e-mail].