Payroll Specialist

Job Introduction

Are you the kind of payroll pro who lives for accuracy, thrives working solo, and still loves being part of a brilliant People team? Do you get a buzz from making sure every colleague is paid correctly, on time and with care? If that sounds like you… keep reading

We’re on the lookout for a tenacious, detail obsessed Payroll Specialist to join us on a 12month fixed term contract. This is your chance to take full ownership of our end-to-end payroll service, from first input to post payroll reporting and make a real impact in a role that people across Yorkshire Housing depend on.  

What you’ll be doing

In this stand-alone role, you’ll be the go to expert for all things payroll and pensions, responsible for delivering a smooth, accurate and compliant service every month. You'll:

• Run the full end-to-end payroll process - nothing is outsourced, so this is your world to own.
• Ensure colleagues are paid correctly and on time, every time.
• Manage statutory payments and legislative compliance (SSP, SMP, PAYE, NI etc.)
• Oversee pension administration including auto-enrolment and provider reconciliations.
• Produce RTI submissions, year-end returns, P60s, P11Ds and all the other essentials that keep us compliant.
• Partner with Finance to deliver accurate reporting and reconciliations.
• Tackle queries with empathy, patience and professionalism - even when the pressure is on.

What we’re looking for

This role will suit someone who’s been the payroll person before - someone who knows the rhythm, the pressures, and the satisfaction of delivering a flawless payroll process end‑to‑end. You’ll bring:

• Strong background in a payroll role, taking full ownership of payroll delivery.
• Deep understanding of end‑to‑end and post‑payroll processes, including statutory and pension requirements.
• Comfortable working independently - you’ll be the payroll expert here.
• Highly accurate, methodical and naturally organised.
• A resilient problem‑solver who doesn’t give up when things get complex.
• Experience with IRIS or Cascade is a bonus, but not a deal‑breaker.

The nuts and bolts 

In return for your expertise, we’re offering a salary of £38,378.71 per year for this 12 month fixed term contract, you’ll work a 35-hour week, get 26 days annual leave which rises to 31 plus Bank Holidays. 

You’ll benefit from a flexible reward package, including a cash plan for prescriptions and eye tests, retail discounts, and a pension scheme with matched contributions up to 9%. Wellbeing is a priority, with access to free fitness classes, instant My GP service, and counselling sessions.

Discover more about our employment perks here. 

We’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can contribute their best work and be themselves. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every requirement. If you need support with your application or have questions, contact our recruitment team at recruitment@yorkshirehousing.co.uk.  

Important stuff;

This role will close on 01.03.26, but we may close earlier if we receive loads of smashing applications so don’t delay. With first stage interviews expected to take place via MS Teams on 12.03.26 . The 2nd stage will be face to face in our Leeds workspace 19.03.26 – make you’re your diary is free before applying!