Payroll Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Looking for a job that is part time with the flexibility to work from home on some of the days? Have you got payroll experience and know how to use iTrent HR & Payroll systems? If so, we would welcome your interest in our vacancy.
We have a part time Payroll Officer vacancy to work 3 days per week in our small but experienced busy team. Your role would be responsible for processing and running specific payrolls for the council and our commercial customers. In April 22, we successfully implemented our new iTrent system and are keen to attract professional users of the system, who have knowledge and skills in this area. You will require knowledge of Local Government and Teachers Pensions from a payroll perspective, and able to demonstrate your knowledge of statutory payments such as statutory maternity pay/sick pay. Working in a friendly, welcoming, and supportive team you will also require the ability to utilise Microsoft Excel and a willingness to learn how to use some of our internal document and transactional systems.
We offer a competitive payroll package, a positive approach to flexible working, investment in your learning and development as well as a commitment to your wellbeing. In addition to this, we offer 27 - 30 days annual leave depending on length of service, a generous local government pension scheme, wider wallet store discounts and season ticket loans.
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Applicants who have not been shortlisted or who are unsuccessful at interview cannot reapply for the same job if it’s within 6 months of the first advert – for further information please refer to our Jobs and Career Page - ‘Working for us and Information for Applicants’ on our website
Special requirements for this post
Payroll Officer experience
2 years iTrent for payroll experience
Knowledge of Statutory Payments
Good knowledge of Excel
Ability to process payrolls and data accurately and efficiently . To be successful in this role, you will need strong communication skills and a commitment to providing excellent customer service to our customers.
About usThis is an exciting time to join us as we embark on a new strategy to deliver change. We are committed to growth, to playing our role in London and delivering for our community. We aspire to become a destination of choice, where people stay and feel welcome. Our vision is one borough, one community, London’s growth opportunity.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Payroll Officer roles across London Borough of Barking and Dagenham's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,217 - £37,038 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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