This Fire Service has an exciting opportunity within their Payroll & Pensions team in Financial Services for a Payroll & Pensions Officers, based at their Headquarters in Sheffield. Payroll & Pensions Assistant Location: Central Sheffield Headquarters, S1 Hours of work: Full Time - 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time) - Mon-Fri Contract: 12 months Fixed term Salary: £26,403 – £28,142 (Grade 4) The role will support the Payroll & Pensions function by ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, which contributes to enhanced employee satisfaction. Specific tasks include processing end to end payroll data, resolving pay and pension related queries, updating and maintaining employee records, and assisting the Payroll & Pensions Officer with the development and functionality of the Payroll system in accordance with current legislation and organisational policies, ultimately supporting the efficient delivery of payroll and pensions services. To be considered for this role, you must have previous experience working in a Payroll and Pensions environment, possess a thorough understanding of payroll legislation, and demonstrate excellent communication skills to deliver a quality support service. You should also have the ability to work on multiple tasks and operate several different systems. You’ll need a Foundation Level CIPP Qualification and GCSEs, including Maths and English (A to C or equivalent). Closing date for applications is Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 0900 hours. Interviews will be held week commencing 27 April 2026. Interested? To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions. New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. The employer offers 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. They also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme. Most of the employer's corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year. All eligible corporate staff are auto-enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union. The employer is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. They warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within their workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, they will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. They believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and they are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration. Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults. The employer's recruitment and selection procedures reflect their commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print this can be arranged. No agencies please.

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