Payroll Assistant

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Generous leave

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking Payroll Assistant Level 1 to join the Payroll Services team. The role supports high-quality payroll delivery and SAP replacement projects, assisting with processing, advising colleagues and resolving payroll queries.

You will be part of a busy team contributing to a major organisational change while ensuring smooth payroll operations. Salary is competitive, with hybrid working and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of payroll processes and systems.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Familiarity with computerised and manual systems.
• Experience in an administrative role is preferred but not essential.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing and administration tasks.
• Provide guidance on payroll-related queries.
• Investigate and resolve payroll incidents efficiently.
• Contribute to payroll-related projects and system improvements.
• Support the SAP programme implementation and related activities.

Skills

Payroll basics

Numeracy

Literacy

Administrative experience

Continuous learning

Job description

Job Description / Person Specification

JD Payroll Services Level 1.pdf – 51KB Opens in a new window

Salary

£27,709 - £30,515 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

37

Work Base

County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

JD Payroll Services Level 1.pdf – 51KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework

Tier 7a

Number of posts

3

Interview date

12 November 2026

Closing Date

03 November 2026 23:55

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are dedicated to serving our community with care and commitment. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Payroll Assistant Level 1 positions within our dynamic Payroll Services team. These roles are designed to support the delivery of a high-quality payroll service while contributing to the implementation of our Business Management System (SAP) replacement programme.

As part of a busy and supportive team, you will assist with various payroll activities, provide guidance to colleagues and customers, and resolve payroll queries. This role offers a unique chance to gain experience in a major organisational change project while ensuring the smooth operation of key payroll services. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your payroll career!

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Assisting with payroll processing and administration tasks.
• Providing advice and guidance on payroll-related queries.
• Investigating and resolving payroll incidents efficiently.
• Contributing to payroll-related projects and system improvements.
• Supporting the SAP programme implementation and related activities.

To Succeed In This Role, You Should Have

• A basic understanding of payroll processes and systems.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Familiarity with computerised and manual systems.
• Experience in an administrative role is preferred but not essential.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in all payroll tasks.
• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• Communication Skills: Clearly conveying information to team members and clients.
• Adaptability: Thriving in a changing environment and embracing new challenges.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and growth in your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample time off.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.