Strategic Head of Payroll & Pensions (Hybrid)

Sellick Partnership; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Head of Payroll and Pensions based in South‑East London. The role focuses on being the strategic lead for payroll and pensions services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading administration teams for optimal performance. Candidates should have significant experience in similar roles, particularly within local government, with strong communication and management skills. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Experience within a similar role is essential.
• Experience with Teachers MCR pension scheme and LGPS schemes is essential.
• Experience in line management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage payroll and pensions processes ensuring compliance.
• Lead and develop payroll and pensions administration teams for efficient service.
• Implement controls over payment systems to minimise losses and meet deadlines.
• Ensure effective service for managers, employees, and service providers.
• Maintain organisation's policies and secure approval for changes.
• Represent the organisation in Employment Tribunal Hearings.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritise workload

Tools

Oracle Cloud system

Job description

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Head of Payroll and Pensions based in South‑East London. The role focuses on being the strategic lead for payroll and pensions services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading administration teams for optimal performance. Candidates should have significant experience in similar roles, particularly within local government, with strong communication and management skills. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to the leadership team.