- Do you have experience working in payroll, finance, or a fast-paced administrative environment?
- Are you committed to delivering high-quality customer service to a range of stakeholders?
- Do you enjoy working collaboratively while taking ownership of your own workload?
Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for an Officer - Payroll to join the Xentrall Shared Services team at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council. Xentrall is a successful shared service partnership between Stockton-on-Tees and Darlington Borough Councils.
The Xentrall HR team includes Payroll, Pensions, Recruitment, Improvement and Systems Support. We deliver payroll services to a wide range of customers, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while meeting all statutory and regulatory requirements.
In this role, you will support the delivery of a high-quality and efficient payroll service. This includes ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees and external organisations such as HMRC, processing absence-related payments, and maintaining accurate employee records.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting in delivering end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring compliance with legislation and deadlines.
- Processing contractual changes and statutory returns.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to meet customer needs.
- Contributing to service improvements and development initiatives.
- Maintaining high standards of performance, data quality and customer satisfaction.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has payroll experience or is working towards (or willing to work towards) a relevant CIPP qualification.
- Demonstrates strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Is confident using Microsoft Office and payroll systems.
- Has a strong customer focus and works effectively as part of a team.
- Is motivated, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.
Appointments will be made within Grade F-H, depending on skills, qualifications and experience.
- Grade F - Suitable for candidates with limited or no payroll experience or relevant qualifications. Full training will be provided, including support to undertake a relevant CIPP qualification.
- Grade H - Suitable for experienced payroll professionals who hold a relevant qualification, such as CIPP.
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
- A competitive salary of up to £31,022
- 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
- Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
- Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning and development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
And thats not all - you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:
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If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Ann Robinson, Manager - Payroll and Pensions, at
[email protected] or 01642 524517.
We are intending to interview on Monday 13 or Tuesday 14 July and you will receive notification through North East Jobs if you have been shortlisted.
We anticipate a high level of interest in this role and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note that were unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.
Important Applicant Guidance
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
Application Updates and Communication: All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from
[email protected] to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the My Messages section of your account.
Right to Work: All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Councils statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Council Principles: The Councils recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.
Limitations: Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employees visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.
