Payroll Officer
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East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Payroll Officer
The closing date is 13 November 2026
Job summary
Are you someone who enjoys working as part of a progressive and proactive team? Do you consistently deliver great customer service and attention to detail? Our Payroll and Pension Team is going through an exciting time of change as we increase our service provision. Spanning ESNEFTs two acute sites, community sites and services, you will play a crucial role in providing a full end-to-end payroll service aligning to our commitment to do it once, do it right. You will bring a motivated, approachable, enthusiastic and proactive attitude and will be instrumental in delivering a consistent, supportive and trusted service at all times to our valued employees. We welcome applications from individuals wanting flexible and/or hybrid working; there is, however, a requirement that the successful candidates will work a minimum of 2 days on-site.
Main duties of the job
Be an active participant in the departments bitesize training sessions provided to managers and employees across the Trust. Work independently, with a high level of autonomy, initiative and freedom to act. Maintain accurate payroll records for all employees Manage, prioritise, plan and organise own time using extensive knowledge, skills and experience Routinely investigate a variety of issues, propose and implement solutions Actively support employees with pay related queries including parental leave pay, overpayments and underpayments Working closely with payroll and pension colleagues and wider finance colleagues to deliver a high standard of service at all times
About us
We are one of the largest NHS organisation in the region, employing over 12,000 staff. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester & Ipswich, six community hospitals, clinics and patient's homes. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training. Talk to us about our range of flexible working opportunities, apprenticeships and staff benefits Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do; and it forms part of ESNEFTs core activities. The Trust operates and relies on everyone treating each other with dignity and respect, to receive equitable and fair treatment in the implementation of Policies, procedures and in its practices and to foster positive work relationships. The EDI Agenda reflects the Trust values of Optimistic, Appreciative and Kind. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan and Staff Standards, we consistently strive to improve, to take the learning into Action for a better ESNEFT.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
TCX-FIS-000185
Job locations
The Crescent
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9YQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Please contact
Holly Warner
Job title
Payroll Manager
Email address
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Please contact
Holly Warner
Job title
Payroll Manager
Email address
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade 5/C or equivalent in English and Maths Relevant experience to degree level NVQ level 3 in administration/secretarial or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree in Business Studies
Experience
Essential
- Previous administrative role Working collaboratively as part of a team Advanced IT Systems including - Microsoft Office Experience of communicating with a range of people both within and external to the organisation Experience of dealing with non-routine administrative matters Experience working with in a large Payroll Team ESR experience
Desirable
- NHS Payroll experience Selenity/Electronic Expenses experience Experience within relevant work area Experience of working with members of the public Supervision/co-ordination of other team members Project management Working autonomously
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade 5/C or equivalent in English and Maths Relevant experience to degree level NVQ level 3 in administration/secretarial or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree in Business Studies
Experience
Essential
- Previous administrative role Working collaboratively as part of a team Advanced IT Systems including - Microsoft Office Experience of communicating with a range of people both within and external to the organisation Experience of dealing with non-routine administrative matters Experience working with in a large Payroll Team ESR experience
Desirable
- NHS Payroll experience Selenity/Electronic Expenses experience Experience within relevant work area Experience of working with members of the public Supervision/co-ordination of other team members Project management Working autonomously
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Crescent
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9YQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Crescent
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9YQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Payroll Manager
Holly Warner
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
TCX-FIS-000185
Job locations
The Crescent
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9YQ
United Kingdom
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