Payroll and Pensions Officer

In a time of organisational change, as we transition our payroll to our new HRIS, we are hiring an experienced Payroll and Pensions Officer to support with the day to day payroll operations, ensuring staff are paid correctly on time. You will support the Payroll and Pensions Manager to prepare and process monthly payroll, ensuring both systems work simultaneously, coordinating effective and efficient end-to-end payroll and pensions administration.

You will work in a small team who form part of the wider People and Culture team. We're a fun collaborative team who are supportive of each other and have individual characteristics and personalities which complement each other to create a positive working environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Take ownership of administrative tasks in the payroll and pensions process
Be a point of contact for enquiries regarding payroll and pensions, to proactively resolve, signpost or seek support on any issues that arise
Utilise database and HRIS to support payroll and pensions processes and auditing
Support relevant colleagues to ensure the correct payments, reports, and returns are made to HMRC, pension providers, and other statutory bodies
Work collaboratively with the wider organisation to ensure consistency of information and processes

About You

We're looking for someone who is methodical, intuitive, and detail-oriented, who is able to take ownership of your projects and workflows. You will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, able to learn new systems and processes with ease. You will hold some payroll and pensions experience and be ready to hit the ground running, able to use your own initiative to resolve challenges, and support with the running of cycles.

We're looking for someone who can build good professional relationships with others, and is happy to support the wider team and organisation.

Experience within a similar role capacity required
Experience providing a high level of quality administration and customer support is required
Experience in providing a high level of numerical administration and communications is required
Working knowledge and understanding of payroll, pensions, and other relevant laws and external policies is required
Attention to detail is required
High level of organisation skills is required
Ability to work flexibily to meet the needs of the organisation is required
Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

What we Offer
25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
Employer Pension Contribution
Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
Life Assurance Scheme
Cycle-to-work scheme
Annual Staff Awards
EDI Ambassador programme
About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. 

We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

Additional Information

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. 

For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk or call our central office on 020 3668 9270 to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. 

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