Post Title: Payroll & Pensions Assistant
Contract: Fixed Term Contract – 12 months
Salary: Grade 4 (£26,403 – £28,142) – To increase subject to national pay award negotiations for 2026.
Hours: Full Time – 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time)
Work Pattern: Mon – Fri
Location: Headquarters, Eyre Street, Sheffield / Agile home working
We have an exciting opportunity within our Payroll & Pensions team in Financial Services for a Payroll & Pensions Assistant, based at Headquarters in Sheffield.
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, have knowledge and understanding of payroll legislation, and demonstrate excellent communication skills to deliver a quality support service. The right candidate will have good multitasking ability and be confident with using ICT systems.
You’ll need a Foundation Level CIPP Qualification and GCSEs, including Maths and English (A to C or equivalent).
For more information about the role please contact Claire Davies Payroll & Pensions Manager on 07768757674.
To apply please download a copy of the application form and the Job Description / Person Specification. Within your application, please detail how your skills and experience meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification with examples.
A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk
Closing date for applications is Sunday 31st May 2026 at 23:59pm
Interviews will be held week commencing 8th June 2026
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. We offer 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. We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.
Most of our 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. Further information on the scheme, and additional benefits, can be found on the LGPS website.
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.
We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we 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, 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.
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
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