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Payroll and Pensions Team Leader
| Posting date: | 05 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2026 |
| Location: | Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3DQ |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MAY20260664 |
Summary
PAYROLL AND PENSIONS TEAM LEADER - REF 2605119Up to £36,037 p.a. We offer a competitive benefits package, including £2,487 p.a. in employer pension contributionsRunshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the student at the heart of all that we do. We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.We are seeking an experienced and detail-focused payroll professional to lead the College’s payroll and pensions service. This is a key role within the HR team, ensuring accurate, compliant and timely pay for approximately 650 staff, while delivering a high-quality and responsive service to colleagues across the organisation.Working closely with HR, Finance and senior leaders, you will have overall responsibility for payroll and pensions administration, including statutory reporting, data integrity and compliance with employment, tax and pension regulations. You will play an important advisory role, providing clear guidance on pay, pensions and contractual matters and supporting informed decision-making.You will be an experienced payroll professional with strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail and the confidence to advise managers on complex payroll and pensions matters. You will be highly organised, customer-focused and committed to delivering a reliable and professional service within a public sector environment.Closing date for this post is 12 noon, Tuesday 19<sup>th</sup> May 2026Interview date for this post is 27<sup>th</sup> May 2026For further information and to apply, please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk/work-at-runshaw/current-vacancies and click on Vacancies. Alternatively, email HR@runshaw.ac.uk or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.