Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer
Location: Kensington and Chelsea, London
Rate: £20.86 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary (full-time)
Potential for Permanent Role

Are you a skilled Payroll professional with a keen eye for detail and experience using Oracle? Are you looking for your next opportunity in a fast-paced, supportive HR and payroll environment?

We are currently seeking a Payroll Officer for a full-time temporary position based in Kensington and Chelsea. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career, with the potential to apply for a permanent role in the near future, subject to a successful recruitment process.

• Accurately calculate gross and net pay in line with statutory and contractual requirements.

• Ensure all payroll transactions are processed on time and investigate any anomalies before finalisation.

• Maintain accurate employee data including tax codes, NI categories, pension details, and payment methods.

• Process new starters, leavers, and internal changes using Oracle.

• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees, managers, and third parties across various communication channels.

• Calculate statutory and contractual payments, including sick pay and child-related pay.

• Handle voluntary and statutory deductions, including pension contributions, court orders, and salary sacrifice schemes.

• Process claims for overtime, additional hours, and other pay-related changes.

• Support the testing and implementation of payroll system updates and changes.

• Previous payroll experience is essential

• Experience using Oracle HR or payroll systems

• Strong understanding of PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, and pension contributions

• Familiarity with Local Government or Teachers’ Pension Schemes is desirable

• Good working knowledge of payroll legislation and best practice

• Proficiency in Excel with strong numerical and analytical skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

• Local authority experience is preferred but not essential