We have an exciting opportunity within our Payroll & Pensions team in Financial Services for a Payroll & Pensions Officers, based at Headquarters in Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to support the Payroll & Pensions function, in proactively contributing to the efficient delivery of the function. Assisting the Payroll & Pensions Manager and Senior Payroll & Pensions Officer in the development, maintenance and functionality of the Payroll system, including all aspects of Pensions for both Firefighter Pensions and Local Government pension schemes.

To be considered for this role you will have proven experience of working in a Payroll and Pensions environment, understanding of financial regulations and standards, hold line management or supervisor experience of a team, excellent communications skills to deliver a quality support service. You will have the ability to work on multiple tasks and a number of different operating systems.

You must possess a Foundation Level CIPP Qualification or equivalent Payroll Qualification.

The key duties will include, performing end to end payrolls, statutory reporting to HMRC and other government bodies, day to day supervision of the team providing support and training. Reconciliation and balancing of payrolls and monthly pension returns, combined with support and guidance to members on pension related matters.

For more information about the role please contact Claire Davies Payroll & Pensions Manager on 07768 757674.

An application form for the role can be found here or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 09.00am hours on Monday 13 October 2025.

Interviews will be held week commencing w/c 20th October & w/c 27th October.

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, 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.

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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