Payroll & Pensions Advisor (Leicester, GB, LE1 9BH)

Main duties and responsibilities

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a strong focus on delivering an excellent student and staff experience.

We are seeking a Payroll & Pensions Advisor to join our People Services team. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of payroll data in advance of monthly processing, alongside supporting the delivery of a high-quality, compliant payroll and pensions service.

You will act as a key escalation point for complex payroll and pensions queries, provide expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders, and support the administration of multiple pension schemes. The role also contributes to service development, system improvements (including SAP), and continuous improvement initiatives across the University.

The Role

We have both a permanent and a 12-month fixed-term opportunity available. Please indicate your preferred contract type during the application process or within your application. 

Ideal Candidate

You will have a professional payroll qualification (CIPP) or significant recent experience within a payroll environment, alongside strong knowledge of payroll processes across the employee lifecycle.

You will demonstrate experience of working with pension schemes such as TPS, LGPS, USS or UCRSS, and be confident using integrated HR and payroll systems (e.g. SAP, iTrent, Oracle). With advanced Excel skills and excellent attention to detail, you will be able to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.

You will also bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and provide a high standard of customer service to a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and review monthly payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Resolve complex payroll and pensions queries and act as an escalation point
• Administer pension schemes (TPS, LGPS, USS, UCRSS) in line with regulatory requirements
• Maintain data accuracy and confidentiality at all times
• Produce payroll and pensions reports as required
• Support SAP system testing, upgrades, and process improvements
• Contribute to team development through training and knowledge sharing
• Support payroll processing through to BACS submission when required
• Review and maintain online Connect content

About Us

At DMU, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are proud to be an employer that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are also committed to sustainability and expect all staff to contribute to our environmental objectives.

Additional Information

• The post holder will be expected to maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and best practice
• All staff are expected to comply with the University’s policies, including those relating to equality, diversity and environmental sustainability

How to Apply

Please submit your application via our online recruitment system. For further details about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification which can be accessed here.

Applications close 31 May 2026, with interviews expecting to take place w/c 8 June.

For any additional questions, please reach out to Ella Parker (ella.parker@dmu.ac.uk).