Head of Payroll and People Services (
Job Number:
24002259)
HR & OD Grade 9:
£58,596 - £65,814 per annum
Open-Ended/Permanent:
Full Time
Contracted Hours per Week:
35
Working Arrangements:
Hybrid Working
Closing Date:
20-Jan-2025, 11:59:00 PM
Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement:
Not Applicable.
The University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. The Role and Department The Head of Payroll and People Services is a new role which will be responsible for managing a team of Payroll and HR colleagues to continue establishing and embedding a high performing compliance-focused service which provides a consistently high level of support to staff across the University and reflects best practice. Reporting to the Assistant HR Director, the post-holder will play a critical role in the delivery of the University’s Payroll and People Services team. The focus of the role will be predominantly focused on payroll but the role holder will also oversee the team responsible for related HR processes in a complex organisation including the recruitment of casual staff to meet the workforce needs of the university. From early 2025, the base location for this role will change from our Durham City Centre site to our exciting new professional services hub based at Boldon House. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House will bring a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. Working at Durham A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: you will also receive access to the following fantastic benefits: 30 Days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year – a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into this University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. There is a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. Lots of support for health and wellbeing including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme. On-site nursery is available plus access to holiday camps for children aged 5-16. Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, which are among the most generous in the higher education sector. The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. Discounts are available via our benefits portal including; money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, the cinema and days out at various attractions. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our workforce including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. What You Need To Demonstrate When You Apply/Person Specification When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Essential Criteria Your application should cover the following criteria: *CIPP Payroll Management Diploma (or equivalent experience within a large complex organisation). *Professional practitioner in payroll with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence service delivery. Experience of providing specialist payroll, tax and legislative advice and guidance. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice. Experience of engagement with external stakeholders, including HMRC. Experience of implementing processes, policies and procedures which support continuous improvement of a service. *Track record of line-management including managing and developing staff across teams. *Experience of managing change and supporting a culture of high standards and continuous improvement in a team. How To Apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. Contact details For a chat about the role or any further information please contact Lauren Edwards, Assistant Director of HR (People & Pay Services, Workforce Data and Systems) (lauren.edwards@durham.ac.uk) Typical Role Requirements Ensure all HMRC, RTI and other Statutory reporting deadlines are met, providing the primary HMRC liaison on all PAYE and related matters. Service Delivery/Development Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University’s values.
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Job Number:
24002259)
HR & OD Grade 9:
£58,596 - £65,814 per annum
Open-Ended/Permanent:
Full Time
Contracted Hours per Week:
35
Working Arrangements:
Hybrid Working
Closing Date:
20-Jan-2025, 11:59:00 PM
Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement:
Not Applicable.
The University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. The Role and Department The Head of Payroll and People Services is a new role which will be responsible for managing a team of Payroll and HR colleagues to continue establishing and embedding a high performing compliance-focused service which provides a consistently high level of support to staff across the University and reflects best practice. Reporting to the Assistant HR Director, the post-holder will play a critical role in the delivery of the University’s Payroll and People Services team. The focus of the role will be predominantly focused on payroll but the role holder will also oversee the team responsible for related HR processes in a complex organisation including the recruitment of casual staff to meet the workforce needs of the university. From early 2025, the base location for this role will change from our Durham City Centre site to our exciting new professional services hub based at Boldon House. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House will bring a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. Working at Durham A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: you will also receive access to the following fantastic benefits: 30 Days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year – a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into this University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. There is a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. Lots of support for health and wellbeing including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme. On-site nursery is available plus access to holiday camps for children aged 5-16. Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, which are among the most generous in the higher education sector. The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. Discounts are available via our benefits portal including; money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, the cinema and days out at various attractions. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our workforce including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. What You Need To Demonstrate When You Apply/Person Specification When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Essential Criteria Your application should cover the following criteria: *CIPP Payroll Management Diploma (or equivalent experience within a large complex organisation). *Professional practitioner in payroll with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence service delivery. Experience of providing specialist payroll, tax and legislative advice and guidance. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice. Experience of engagement with external stakeholders, including HMRC. Experience of implementing processes, policies and procedures which support continuous improvement of a service. *Track record of line-management including managing and developing staff across teams. *Experience of managing change and supporting a culture of high standards and continuous improvement in a team. How To Apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. Contact details For a chat about the role or any further information please contact Lauren Edwards, Assistant Director of HR (People & Pay Services, Workforce Data and Systems) (lauren.edwards@durham.ac.uk) Typical Role Requirements Ensure all HMRC, RTI and other Statutory reporting deadlines are met, providing the primary HMRC liaison on all PAYE and related matters. Service Delivery/Development Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University’s values.
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