One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Payroll Officer on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week. Overview: The Payroll Officer role is part of a small specialist payroll team that is responsible for providing a wide range of payroll expertise and ensuring that accurate salary payments are made on time and in accordance with the appropriate conditions of service and statutory regulations. The post holder is responsible for resolving more complex payroll related queries escalated from the HR support team, or from within the payroll specialist team, as well as assisting with system developments and improvements. Main Duties: Provide professional guidance and support in matters relating to HR pay and reward policies and procedures, ensuring statutory regulations, organisational rules and best practice are adhered to. Promote excellent customer service by effective handling of telephone enquiries, written responses, face-to-face discussion and when attending meetings. Complete all necessary tasks to the highest standard, completing documentation including model letters and forms, ensuring authorisation has been provided by the Payroll and Benefits Team Leader where applicable. Take responsibility to actively engage by using the c