Payroll, reward and people analytics officer

Royal College of Physicians; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Payroll, Reward, and People Analytics Officer to join their People and Culture team. This role is perfect for an experienced payroll professional eager to advance their career in a supportive environment. You'll manage payroll data, ensure accurate payments, and generate insightful reports. With a hybrid working model, you can enjoy the flexibility of working from home while also engaging with your team in the office. This position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and a range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Group pension with 7% employer contribution

Interest-free season ticket loan

Life assurance

Employee assistance programs

Workstation assessments

Cycle to work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing for organizations of similar size (~400 employees).
• Strong prioritization skills and high accuracy in task completion.

Responsibilities

• Managing monthly payroll data and coordinating with finance for accurate payments.
• Generating reports such as headcount and reward statements.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR information systems

MS Excel

Organizational skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Tools

Cascade HRIS

Job description

Payroll, reward and people analytics officer

Location: London or Liverpool

Published: 5 days ago

Closing: in 8 days

This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy.

The vacancy

Location: Liverpool or London - The role is offered within a hybrid working environment with a blend of office and homeworking.

Contract type: Fixed-term (12 months)

Salary: Grade 4, Liverpool £30,079 to £33,000 or London £33,079 to £36,000. Appointments will generally be made at the lower end, depending on skills and experience. Note: Internal applicants' salaries will follow pay and reward policy.

Working arrangements: 35 hours per week, with standard hours between 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working with at least 6 days per month in the office, including Wednesdays.

The role

The People and Culture team at the Royal College of Physicians seeks an enthusiastic and proactive Payroll, Reward, and People Analytics Officer. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional looking to advance their career within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing monthly payroll data and coordinating with the finance payroll team to ensure accurate payments.
• Handling payroll and contractual changes for new and existing staff.
• Generating reports such as headcount, reward statements, and ad hoc data requests.
• Responding to queries via the shared HR mailbox.
• Participating in projects aimed at service improvement.

Candidate requirements

• Strong prioritization skills and high accuracy in task completion.
• Experience in payroll processing for organizations of similar size (~400 employees).
• Proficiency with HR information systems (Cascade HRIS experience is desirable).
• Advanced MS Excel skills and good Word knowledge.
• CIPD Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet conflicting deadlines.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Group pension with 7% employer contribution.
• Interest-free season ticket loan.
• Life assurance and employee assistance programs.
• Workstation assessments, cycle to work scheme, and professional development opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay and staff discounts.

Application process

Submit your CV and cover letter explaining how your skills match the role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

For informal discussions, contact [e-mail]. No agency inquiries, please.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 15 May 2025, with interviews scheduled for the week of 19 May 2025.

The RCP encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background, supporting diversity and inclusion.