Head of Payroll and PensionsLocation:

Derby (Hybrid)

Salary:

£62,484 - £72,865 (Band 8)

Purpose Of The Role

you will be responsible for the overall direction, development and performance of the pay and pension team. Leading the team to deliver high quality and efficient payroll and pensions service whilst ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations. Ensuring internal and external customer satisfaction through communication and feedback

What Your Typical Day Looks Like

Leading a team to deliver an enhanced and efficient pay and pension service to the business in compliance with legislation, regulation and in accordance with contractual requirements

Ensuring all payrolls are processed in compliance with HMRC requirements and employee payments are processed accurately and timely in accordance with DHU timescales and contractual requirements

Provide finance with required information and reports for HMRC, Pension and other 3 rd party payments

Deliver the completion of Year End processes, ensuring payroll accounts are checked and balanced in accordance with financial regulations including the production and submission P11d''s information and payment where required

Responsible for ensuring that the organisation remains fully compliant following any changes in payroll and pension legislation or regulations. Identifying and reporting the impact of any changes to the organisation where necessary

Managing the Payroll and Pensions Service within DHU and any external customers, ensuring delivery. Identifying and implementing any changes to improve service delivery

Audit, develop and implement Payroll policies and procedures which are efficient and ensure internal controls are suitably communicated, understood, and managed

Final point of escalation for complex employee payroll, pension and benefit queries

Identifying changes and developments required to the pay and pension service to meet the changing requirements of the current operations and in preparation for future challenges

Ensure payroll systems are updated when required following legislative changes and new payroll software updates and developments are tested and communicated

Leading the Payroll and Pension team in projects to support new contracts including TUPE transfers. Attending meetings, checking due diligence, supporting pay and pensions services team

Ensure that pay and pension data storage and archiving is compliant with GDPR

Leading the payroll and pension team in projects to support new contracts including TUPE transfers. Attending meetings, checking due diligence and supporting the pay and pensions team

To be a successful Head of payroll and pensions, you will need:

CIPP DIPLOMA (Chartered Institute of payroll professionals) or equivalent qualification/experience

Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and pensions legislation, tax, NI and auto enrolment

Extensive experience leading payroll and pensions operations in a medium to large organisation

Proven record of stakeholder management at senior levels

Ability to manage change effectively and deliver complex projects

Experience of implementing process improvements, system enhancements, and driving efficiencies

What DHU can offer you

Working Patterns:

We recognise that 9-5 doesn''t work for everyone, so we have a range of working patterns available to suit your work/life balance. Our friendly team will work with you to find the best fixed pattern for us both.

Generous annual leave entitlement:

Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/ Per Annum

Employee Benefits

As part of our team at DHU Healthcare, we believe in rewarding you, our colleague, for your hard work and dedication to providing the very best in patient care. As part of our team, you can enjoy a host of benefits to enhance your well-being.

Health Cash Plan:

After six months with us, you''ll enjoy 24/7 GP access for you and your family, along with a free Level 1 Health Cash Plan covering dental, optical, and therapy costs to support your health and well-being whenever you need it.

Access to the DHU Hub:

Offering exclusive shopping and entertainment discounts, well-being resources, a health portal, and our enhanced Employee Assistance Programme.

NHS Pension Scheme:

Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!

Car Lease Scheme:

DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave:

We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.

Referral Programme:

Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.

Birthday Leave Guarantee:

Birthday leave isn''t compulsory; it''s entirely up to you. You can choose to take the day off or work and save your leave for another time.

Free Parking:

Most of our sites offer free, secure parking for your vehicles.

We understand that digital applications may not be suitable for everyone. If you need to apply in a different way that better meets your needs, please reach out to us, and we will gladly accommodate your application in a format that works for you. For more details about our recruitment process, contact our team of talent acquisition professionals by emailing.

At DHU Healthcare, we take pride in our diversity and foster an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, free from discrimination or bias. We warmly welcome applications from all individuals, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. To read more about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion pledge and see the progress we have made, please click here.

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring and strive to create a workplace where you can thrive.

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