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Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll & Pensions Manager to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis
Central London
Hybrid working
£60-68k per annum depending on experience

Duties include;

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness using midland i-Trent payroll system
• Ensure payroll complies with HMRC regulations, employment law, and internal policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for finance and HR departments, including cost analysis and forecasting.
• Maintain and update Midland i-Trent payroll system.
• Deductions and adjustments: Handle statutory deductions (e.g., tax, NI, student loans) and voluntary deductions (e.g., benefits, union fees).
• Conduct regular audits and reconcile payroll accounts with finance.

• Manage workplace pension schemes including TPS, Nest, LGPS and DC
• Act as the main contact for pension providers and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure pension processes comply with The Pensions Regulators and relevant legislation.
• Provide guidance to employees on pension options, contributions, and retirement planning.
• Prepare pension reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and develop payroll and pensions staff, ensuring high performance and professional growth.
• Identify and implement improvements to payroll and pension processes.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and senior leadership to align payroll and pension strategies with business goals.
• Monitor and mitigate risks related to payroll and pensions.

• Strong knowledge of Midland i-Trent payroll system for processing
• Understanding of UK payroll legislation, tax regulations, and pension compliance
• Numerical accuracy and attention to detail for managing complex calculations and reconciliations.

• Ability to interpret data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Skilled in reporting and forecasting payroll and pension costs.
• Capable of leading and developing payroll/pensions staff.
• Communicates effectively with HR, Finance, external providers, and employees.
• Able to explain complex pension and payroll matters clearly to non-specialists.
• Meets strict deadlines, especially during payroll cycles.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline operations and enhance accuracy.

If you have all of the above, and can commit to a 12-month FTC position, then please apply now