Payroll Officer - CambridgeAt Cambridge City Council, we embrace collaboration, courage, compassion, and accountability.If you're passionate about upholding strong payroll ethic and legislation and possess the expertise to support accuracy in pay, you'll be vital in ensuring our processes are efficient, transparent, and compliant with legal standards.Your interest in payroll industry, combined with an aptitude towards learning the intricacies of how salary and wages are worked out, will help you navigate multiple priorities with a proactive and organised approach.This role in Payroll Team comes at an exciting time for the Council and is a crucial position for someone looking to put their own stamp on the role and develop professionally within the authority.The shared payroll service processes the payroll for all employees and elected members of Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council. The shared payroll service provides payroll expertise, resilience and create efficient ways of working.In this role the post holder will be expected to complete a Level 3 Payroll Apprenticeship which will be organised by the council’s L&D team (unless equivalent qualification already held). Whilst undertaking the apprenticeship, the post holder will also be responsible for assisting with the preparation, running and output of all payrolls within the shared service alongside another Payroll Officer. During the apprenticeship the role will be paid at 80% of lowest Band 4 salary scale point but upon completion this will go up to 100% - if equivalent qualification or experience is held and demonstrated by the candidate then salary will be paid at 100%. After completion of the apprenticeship the postholder will also be expected to deputise for the Payroll Supervisor in their absence.What we can offer:A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methodsAccess to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) SchemeAgile and Flexible workingAnnual leave purchasing schemeAnnually negotiated pay and award progressionConfidential advice and support via an Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeFamily friendly policiesFlexible Bank HolidaysFree swimming at CCC swimming poolsGenerous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time)Gym Membership salary sacrifice schemeHome & Electronics salary sacrifice schemeLifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and moreProfessional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on roleRelocation Assistance may be payable in approved casesStaff reward and recognition framework- including annual staff awards ceremonySubsidy for public transportYour Care dynamic wellbeing platformHours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch. Working Pattern: Full Time – 5 days a weekContract: PermanentSalary: £32,597 - £36,363 per annum (City Pay Band 4), pro rata for part time.Location: This is hybrid – working in Cambridge on site or at one of our offices a few days and working from home. You will be able to balance your work location accordingly.More Information: You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.Application Process: To be considered for this role, please click ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
