Payroll Officer

4718306
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Cardiff
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Payroll
  • Industry

    Charities & Not For Profit
  • Pay

    30,024

Payroll Officer - 6 months - Llantrisant

Llantrisant, South Wales | 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home Full-Time | 6-Month Temporary Assignment

A well-established public sector organisation is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Officer to join its Human Resources team on a 6-month temporary contract. Based in Llantrisant, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-performing payroll function that supports a vital emergency services workforce.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely payment of salaries, mileage, and expenses, while providing expert guidance on payroll policies and statutory entitlements. The role offers a competitive salary of £30,024, flexible hybrid working, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a values-led environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Process payroll transactions including salaries, overtime, allowances, and expenses
  • Apply national and local conditions of service across multiple staff categories
  • Advise managers and employees on payroll queries and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP)
  • Maintain and reconcile payroll records, ensuring compliance with PAYE, NI, and pension regulations
  • Prepare BACS payments and liaise with external agencies regarding court orders and deductions
  • Support CoreHR modules including CorePersonnel, CoreTime, and ERecruitment
  • Assist with audit preparation, GDPR compliance, and payroll-related reporting
  • Contribute to wider HR activities and uphold organisational values

What We’re Looking For
  • Experience in payroll processing within a complex organisation
  • Strong understanding of statutory pay schemes and payroll legislation
  • Familiarity with CoreHR or similar payroll systems
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
  • Relevant Level 4 financial qualification (e.g. AAT Level 4 or equivalent)
  • Full UK driving licence and ability to travel for meetings
Why Apply?
  • Salary: £30,024 per annum
  • Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 from home
  • Location: Llantrisant
  • Contract: 6-month temporary assignment
  • Join a respected public sector organisation with a strong community mission
  • Be part of a supportive HR team with opportunities for development
  • Contribute to a service that values professionalism, care, and resilience
Apply today to support a workforce that keeps South Wales safe and operational.

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