Pension & Payroll Officer

NHS; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned NHS organization in Plymouth is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Officer skilled in payroll and pension services. This role involves managing efficient workflows within a dedicated team while ensuring compliance with NHS legislation. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication abilities, along with significant payroll experience, in a progressive working environment that values staff development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable payroll experience and some supervisory skills required.
• Proven knowledge of Windows based applications.
• Proven experience with a computerised payroll system.

Responsibilities

• Support in the supervision of the Payroll & Pensions Benefits Team.
• Manage workflow and provide effective administration of services.
• Assist in implementing changes and improving service delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 5 or equivalent experience

Tools

Computerised payroll system

Windows based applications

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced individual to join us as a Payroll & Benefits Officer, who can bring a wealth of payroll & pension experience to join our team of 21 exceptional payroll & pension colleagues. We are based at Brittany House, Brest Road, Plymouth; in close proximity to the main Derriford Hospital site.

We provide a payroll and pensions service for University Hospitals Plymouth and South Western Ambulance Service, producing around 230,000 payslips per annum.

We are looking for a knowledgeable individual who has a great mind for numbers and excellent analytical skills

The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate in depth knowledge of payroll and pension services including, NHS terms and conditions and legislation relating to payroll & pensions.

The successful candidate will be accountable to the Payroll & Benefits Advisor.

Main duties of the job

Supporting the Payroll & Pensions Benefits Advisor in the supervision of the Payroll & Pensions Benefits Team including the efficient management of workflow, providing effective administration of services to agreed timetables and dealing with queries from the team and client organisation management

Provide support to the Pensions and Payroll Benefits Advisor implementation of service centre internal policies and procedures

Provide support to client organisation management in all areas of Pensions and payroll benefits for better understanding and service provision

Assisting the Pensions & Payroll Benefits Advisor in implementing changes and suggesting possible improvements to service delivery

To support members of the Pensions & Payroll Benefits Team in making best use of computer applications in the effective and efficient delivery of services

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details Date posted

27 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

216-PL-A7170114

Job locations

Brittany House

Ground Floor, Brest Road

Plymouth

PL6 5YE

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see job description & specification document attached for detailed list of responsibilities.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see job description & specification document attached for detailed list of responsibilities.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential

• Demonstrable payroll experience and some supervisory skills
• Proven knowledge of Windows based applications
• Proven knowledge of a computerised payroll system

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of the NHS Electronic Staff Record system

Qualifications Essential

• NVQ Level 5 in relevant subject or equivalent demonstrable experience

Aptitude & Abilities Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
• Attention to detail
• Proven knowledge of statutory requirements

Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential

• Demonstrable payroll experience and some supervisory skills
• Proven knowledge of Windows based applications
• Proven knowledge of a computerised payroll system

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of the NHS Electronic Staff Record system

Qualifications Essential

• NVQ Level 5 in relevant subject or equivalent demonstrable experience

Aptitude & Abilities Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
• Attention to detail
• Proven knowledge of statutory requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Brittany House

Ground Floor, Brest Road

Plymouth

PL6 5YE

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Brittany House

Ground Floor, Brest Road

Plymouth

PL6 5YE

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)