Job Description:

Payroll & Pensions Manager

📍 Cambridge or Huntingdon | Hybrid working available
🕒 Full time – 37 hours per week
💰 £42,000 – £45,000 per annum

Pertemps is working in partnership with a respected education provider to recruit an experienced Payroll & Pensions Manager.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a payroll professional who wants real ownership of a critical function, with the chance to improve processes, strengthen reporting, and make a real impact across the organisation.

The Role

You’ll lead the full payroll and pensions service, making sure employees are paid accurately, statutory obligations are met, and all processes run smoothly and efficiently.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the end-to-end payroll function.
• Overseeing PAYE and HMRC submissions.
• Administering TPS and LGPS, including reconciliations and statutory reporting.
• Maintaining and improving the iTrent payroll system.
• Producing payroll reports, forecasts, and audit information.
• Acting as the main contact for payroll and pensions queries.
• Supporting and developing the Payroll/HR Administrator.

About You

We’re looking for someone with solid payroll management experience and a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation.
You will ideally have:

• Experience in a medium to large organisation.
• Knowledge of PAYE, statutory reporting, and payroll compliance.
• Experience with TPS and/or LGPS.
• Confidence using iTrent or a similar HR/payroll system.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management ability.

A relevant payroll qualification such as CIPP or AAT would be an advantage.

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £42,000 to £45,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Generous annual leave and excellent pension provision.
• Free gym membership option and discounted classes.
• Discounted college courses.
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services.
• Free flu vaccinations and eye care support.
• Free on-site parking with EV charging.
• Staff discounts, subsidised restaurants, and great employee wellbeing support.

Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your payroll career, apply today and join a team where your expertise will be valued and your impact will be felt.
Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks apply.