At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll services for 210,000 pensioners and 360 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Company: Join LPPA, a multi-award-winning leader in pension administration.
- Benefits: Salary circa £60k, 30 days holiday, health plans, and employee perks.
- Other info: Enjoy a friendly culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact while developing your leadership and strategic skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll management and strong leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Remote/Hybrid Working with 2 days in Preston, Lancashire
Remote working contracts will be considered for candidates living 50+ miles from our offices in Preston.
Salary circa £60k & benefits DOE | 37 hours a week
A glance at the role
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Lead to provide strategic and operational leadership for LPPA's payroll services, encompassing both our employee payroll function and a large-scale, multi-client pensioner payroll operation.
Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be accountable for the leadership, governance, performance and continuous development of payroll services supporting approximately 210,000 pensioners across multiple client payrolls and around 360 LPPA employees.
You will ensure both services are delivered accurately, compliantly and efficiently, whilst driving innovation, continuous improvement and long-term operational resilience.
This is a role requiring a combination of payroll expertise, people leadership and strategic thinking.
You will lead and develop high-performing teams, shape future service delivery, champion technological advancement and work collaboratively with colleagues, clients and stakeholders to ensure outstanding outcomes for members, employees and employers.
In return, you will join a fast-paced, collaborative and member-focused organisation with a friendly and supportive culture, where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact whilst continuing to develop both personally and professionally.
A bit about us
Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is a multi-award-winning organisation and one of the UK’s leading pension administration companies.
We strive to deliver the best experience for over 1,500 employers and more than 738,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping them fully informed about their pensions whilst working closely with employers to continuously educate and support them.
What we can offer you
- Salary circa £60k DOE + inclusions in Annual Bonus Scheme.
- 30 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and 2 additional concessionary days and 1 day for your Birthday, with the ability to ‘buy and sell leave.
- Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions.
- Access to Health or Dental Plan
- Access to our Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for when you might need some support.
- The opportunity to earn through our Employee Referral Scheme.
- Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme – ‘Your Perk Site.’
- Opportunities to attend Wellbeing webinars and social events.
- Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office.
- Free Car Parking in Preston City Centre
Payroll Lead (Hybrid or Remote) in Preston employer: Local Pensions Partnership
At Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA), we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values innovation and employee development. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, while our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring that you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact in the pension administration sector. Join us in Preston, where you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional service to our members and employers.
Contact Details:
Local Pensions Partnership Recruitment Team
