Payroll & Pensions Officer

Merseyside Police • Chesterfield Court House, VA

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About The Position

Join Merseyside Police as a Payroll and Pensions Officer and play a vital role in delivering accurate and timely payroll and pension services. You’ll provide expert advice, ensure compliance with legislation, and act as a key link between the Force and external providers.

Requirements

• CIPP Level 5 Diploma (Technician or Advanced Technician) - Essential
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in high-volume payroll processing.
• Strong analytical, IT, and communication skills.
• Experience with MHR iTrent (including configuration).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of public sector pay and pensions (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and pensions for officers and staff.
• Provide accurate pension estimates and guidance.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Liaise with internal teams and external providers.
• Analyse payroll data and produce reports to support decision-making.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years).
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to on-site gyms (HQ and OCC).
• Discounts via Blue Light Scheme.
• Cycle-to-work and salary sacrifice car schemes.
• Health & Wellbeing support (counselling, physiotherapy, mental health support).
• Generous maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
• Sick pay provisions.
• Agile working options - Merseyside Police management teams will be happy to talk to you about how we could meet both your agile working needs and the needs of the role you are applying for.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees