Payroll, reward and people analytics officer

Royal College of Physicians; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Payroll/People Advisor to join their dynamic People and Culture team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to manage payroll processes and contribute to service improvement projects. With a hybrid working environment, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate payroll data management and generating insightful reports. The organization values inclusivity and diversity, providing a supportive atmosphere for all employees. Join a team that prioritizes employee well-being and professional development while making a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Group personal pension with 7% employer contribution

Interest-free season ticket loan

Life assurance

Flexible working hours

Employee assistance programme

Occupational health services

Cycle to work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll for organizations with approximately 400 employees.
• Strong ability to prioritize workload and maintain high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll data and liaise with finance for accurate payments.
• Generate various people data reports including headcount and reward statements.

Skills

Payroll Management

HR Information Systems

Advanced Excel Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 Qualification

Tools

Cascade HRIS

MS Word

Job description

Payroll / People Advisor

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

Liverpool: £30,079 to £33,000; London: £33,079 to £36,000

Contract type: Fixed-term (12 months)

Working arrangements: 35 hours per week. Standard hours between 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working with a minimum of 6 days per month in the office. Required to work in the office on Wednesdays.

The People and Culture team at the Royal College of Physicians is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join as a People and Culture Officer – payroll, reward, and people analytics. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with payroll experience looking to advance their career within the team.

Key Responsibilities

The payroll, reward, and reporting People and Culture Officer will handle a fast-paced environment with high volumes, collaborating across the team.

You will mainly focus on:

1. Managing monthly payroll data and liaising with the finance payroll team to ensure accurate payments.
2. Administering payroll and contractual changes for new and existing employees.
3. Generating various people data reports, including headcount, reward statements, and ad hoc reports.
4. Responding to queries received via the shared HR mailbox.

There will be opportunities to participate in projects aimed at service improvement.

What you will need to succeed

• Strong ability to prioritize workload and maintain high accuracy.
• Experience managing payroll processes for organizations with approximately 400 employees.
• Experience with HR information systems; Cascade HRIS experience is desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Word and advanced Excel skills.
• CIPD Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Highly organized with the ability to meet conflicting deadlines.

Our HR team covers recruitment, payroll, benefits, employee relations, policies, reporting, and outplacement services.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support and value our staff, including:

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays (staff grades 2-4)
• Group personal pension with 7% employer contribution
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Life assurance
• Flexible working hours
• Employee assistance programme – 24/7 support for work and home issues
• Occupational health services including health assessments and workstation evaluations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Staff discounts on cinema tickets and high street brands

Closing date: 11th May 2025

Shortlisting notification by: 15th May 2025

Interview week: w/c 19 May 2025

The RCP encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or pregnancy.

We are committed to inclusivity, encouraging diverse perspectives within our community, reflecting the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse patient population we serve.