Payroll, Pension and Benefits Administrator (Part time) (FAB506023)

The Payroll and Pensions Team are growing, we are therefore looking for an organised and professional person to join our dedicated team responsible for delivering a payroll each month to University employees.

This varied role requires excellent communication, as well as organisational skills. You should have a flexible approach to work with the ability to react well to changing priorities.

You will have a customer-focused approach, flexibility and relevant experience gained from working within a busy office environment. You will have a proven ability to manage multiple tasks whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy; this would include an in depth working knowledge of HR/Payroll Systems, as well as Microsoft Office, Excel and Word in particular.

You must be numerate and able to work on your initiative or as part of a team, as well as being reliable and willing to learn new skills and procedures as required by changing university procedures and legislation.

Applicants must have a good working payroll/pensions knowledge and would preferably have experience of such in a large organisation and possess knowledge of related statutory responsibilities.

You will have experience in a relevant role and qualifications including GCSE minimum grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths, or NVQ 2-3, or have significant experience in a relevant role. Please note during the interview process that there will be a short capability test.

In return you'll receive a generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rota) plus bank holidays and University closure days; a benefits package including contributory pension scheme and the opportunity to take advantage of salary sacrifice options and retailer discounts.

This position is offered on a permanent basis. Hours are part time (29 hours per week) on a 4 days per week basis. Specific working days to be agreed with the successful candidate. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

We are delighted to share that we are the first university to have achieved Athena Swan Gold Award.

We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published Candidate Guidance for you to access information and support on application and interview process.

We offer a range of benefits, visit Your Benefits website to learn what we can offer you.

We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the Moving to Nottingham page to find out more.

This position does not fulfil the UK Visas & Immigration sponsorship criteria for Skilled Worker, therefore we can only accept applications from candidates who already have the right to work in UK.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Alex McCarthy, please email alex.mccarthy@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 15 Mar 2024
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)