£27,991 per annum for 36 hours per week based at Home in the first instance (Relocating to another office in Surrey).

About the role

This is a 12 month fixed term contract. We have a fantastic opportunity to join our busy Payroll & Employee Services teams as a Payroll & Employee Services Specialist.

You will be working within Business Operations.

Business Operations is the integrated business support and transaction service which offers a range of services covering HR, Payroll, Finance and Procurement to Surrey County Council.

You will be working as a key part of the Payroll & Employee Services within Business Operations.  The team provide payroll and employee services to over 40,000 employees.  This includes Surrey employees, schools and local academies.

The Specialist is a pro-active role, forming close working relationships with Customers, Service staff, Specialists from other disciplines and external organisations, as well as dealing with referrals from the 1st line support staff.  Working under the direction and guidance of their Hub Team Leader the specialist will organise their own workload.  There is also the opportunity to be involved in the implementation of the new ERP system in Surrey.

To be shortlisted to interview for this position your application will clearly evidence:

  • Experience of working with Payroll & HR ERP Systems would be an advantage
  • In-depth knowledge of HR administration and Payroll
  • An understanding of overpayment calculations and statutory payments and deductions.
  • Understanding of the importance of accuracy in transactional areas
  • High level of computer literacy, including email, and Office products with intermediate Excel skills.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines, and follow procedures
  • Ability to apply quality standards to all tasks undertaken
  • Excellent communications skills