Bath Spa University
Payroll & Pensions Administrator
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Payroll & Pensions Administrator
Payroll & Pensions Administrator (Part-Time)
Application Deadline: 10 July 2026 Department: HR Location: Bath, Somerset – Newton Park Compensation: Grade 6 – Starting from £16,975 rising to £18,847 per annum (£33,951–£37,694 pro rata)
Description
We are currently seeking a Payroll & Pensions Administrator (part-time, flexible 18.5 hours per week, with at least 1 day per week in the office). This role involves:
- Using MHR’s iTrent system for payroll processing
- Full processing of gross-to-net payroll for up to 2,200 staff
- Administration of defined benefit pensions
About the Role
You will:
- Assist the Payroll and Pensions team in producing monthly payrolls while ensuring compliance with HMRC statutory deductions, payments, and reconciliations.
- Support complex payroll/pensions queries and continuously improve processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Contribute to system testing, reporting risks/issues to Payroll & Pensions Manager or IT as necessary.
- Assist with annual university audits.
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Key responsibilities include: ✔ Timely production of employees’ wages and benefits. ✔ Managing HMRC-related payroll duties and payments. ✔ Improving underlying payroll and pension processes. ✔ Supporting system upgrades and functionality testing.
About You
Essential Requirements
- Extensive UK payroll experience
- Strong understanding of iTrent system
- Familiarity with defined benefit pension schemes
- Demonstrated ability in process improvement
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
For full details on essential and desirable skills, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Additional Details
- Contract: Part-time (0.5 FTE), 18.5 hours/week with on-site presence required at least 1 day/week.
- Salary range: Based on Grade 6. Starts at £16,975–£18,847 (annual), or £33,951–£37,694 pro rata.
Note: Standard appointment begins within the lower bracket unless significant prior experience is evidenced.
- Applicant requirement: Right to Work/Live in the UK must be confirmed (otherwise, applications will be rejected).
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Staff Benefits
BSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Pension Scheme (Defined Benefit): Secure retirement income under Local Government or Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Enhanced Paid Leave: 41–46 days (full-time), dependent on role. Details: Staff Benefits Portal.
- Family-Friendly Support: Hybrid working options, flexible environment, on-site nursery, and an enhanced maternity/paternity scheme.
- Employment Assistance: Includes GP appointments, wellbeing counselling, and advice services.
- Transport Discounts: Access to Electric Vehicle charging schemes and Cycle to Work schemes.
- Financial Benefits: Vouchers and perks via staff app, plus other discounts.
Full details: BSU Rewards & Benefits.
Closing Note: Applications may be assessed on a rolling basis. Please apply as early as possible.
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