Senior Payroll & Pensions Officer

Temporary role 3-6 months
Central London
Hybrid working

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll & Pensions Officer to join their team on a temporary basis
Duties include;

• Manage end‑to‑end monthly payroll for staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK legislation using Oracle payroll system
• Process starters, leavers, contractual changes, allowances, deductions and enhancements.
• Administer statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP and ShPP.
• Complete HMRC submissions (FPS, EPS) and resolve PAYE, NI and tax code issues.
• Carry out payroll reconciliations, audit checks, and variance analysis prior to sign‑off.
• Handle complex payroll queries and provide guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Support year‑end tasks including P60, P11D and all relevant reporting.
• Administer multiple pension schemes including LGPS, TPS, and auto‑enrolment schemes.
• Process pension starters, leavers, opt‑ins, opt‑outs, contribution changes and retirements.
• Prepare and submit monthly pension returns to funds and providers.
• Manage annual returns such as ABS, end‑of‑year reporting and reconciliation tasks.
• Maintain accurate pension records and handle member queries.
• Liaise with local authority pension teams, actuaries and external providers as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, HMRC and pension regulations.
• Maintain and update the Oracle payroll system.
• Support internal and external payroll audits.
• Uphold GDPR and confidentiality requirements at all times.

• Strong UK end‑to‑end payroll background using the Oracle payroll system
• Solid knowledge of LGPS/TPS pension administration.
• Excellent understanding of UK payroll & pensions legislation.
• High accuracy, analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Confident using HR/Payroll systems and advanced Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a busy, fast‑paced environment.