Payroll & Pensions Assistant

Department: Human Resources Directorate
Contract Type: Permanent (Successful candidate must be based in the UK for the duration of their contract)
Salary: Grade 5 - £27,900 - £31,316 per annum (Inclusive of London Allowance)
Location: Hybrid - Bloomsbury, London and remote working
Hours: 35 per week

We are looking for a HR Assistant to join the Payroll and Pensions Team at SOAS University of London.

About us

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

About the Role

The HR Assistant – Payroll and Pensions works in the HR Payroll and Operations team, supporting the payroll team. They support the delivery of their operational function, monitoring inboxes, entering information onto the HR systems, undertaking basic payroll calculations and upholding service standards. They also provide staff and managers with information and guidance on statutory requirements, payroll and pensions procedures and practices and identify and implement improvements to current working methods.

About you

We are looking for someone who has previous experience of delivering effective customer service, providing advice about process and policies and resolving payroll and pension issues. You must be organised and be able to manage and prioritise your workload. Previous experience working in payroll and pension is not essential, but an understanding of procedures and practices would be an advantage.

Benefits of working at SOAS

In return we offer 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional School closure days; a generous employer pension contribution; a number of loan schemes including season ticket and IT equipment; Cycle to Work Scheme; enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay provisions, childcare voucher scheme and financial support for childcare.

How to Apply

Please complete the online application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement

Closing date: Sunday 26th February 2023

Completed applications must be received by 23:59 on the closing date to be considered.

Interviews will be held on 06th March 2023

Further information

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact hr-recruitment@soas.ac.uk

'Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006'. ‘Successful candidates must be based in the UK for the duration of their contract.’

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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, Black, Asian or other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.