Are you a detail-driven payroll professional with technical expertise and public sector experience? Our confidential public sector client is seeking a Technical Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join their team and play a critical role in delivering accurate and compliant payroll and benefits services across their complex organisation.

This is a fully remote opportunity, offering autonomy and the chance to work with a supportive and forward-thinking payroll function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and process high-volume, complex payrolls in compliance with public sector regulations.
• Act as a Workday superuser, supporting payroll configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processes, including statutory reporting, reconciliations, RTI submissions, and audit requirements.
• Coordinate and administer employee benefits schemes including pensions (LGPS/NHS/Teachers' Pension schemes preferred), cycle-to-work, season ticket loans, and more.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure accurate delivery of payroll and benefits.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives and system optimisations within Workday.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience managing complex payrolls within the public sector.
• Strong working knowledge of Workday Payroll is essential.
• Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation, tax, NI, pensions (preferably public sector schemes), and benefits administration.
• Confident working autonomously in a remote environment.
• Excellent analytical skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and compliance.
• Experience supporting internal audits and year-end processes (P60s, P11Ds, etc.).

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary package (DOE)
• Fully remote working setup
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful public sector work
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment
• Ongoing development opportunities

Ready to take your next step?

Apply today to join a well-structured, purpose-led team where your technical skills will make a direct impact.

This role is being managed exclusively by Portfolio Payroll on behalf of our confidential public sector client

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