Payroll & Pensions Specialist - Programme Executive

Job Title:Payroll & Pensions Specialist - Programme ExecutiveSalary: €49,506Tenure:5 year fixed term contractWork Location:DublinClosing Date:Midnight on Monday 22 April 2024Role Profile:We have an exciting opportunity in the Human Resources and Organisational Development (HR&OD) Department. The HR&OD Department is responsible for supporting the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team, and the Senior Management Team to deliver our People Strategy and create an exceptional employee experience.The HR&OD team is also fundamental to support our people to deliver both our targets and fundamental societal change. We will provide an exceptional employee experience that attracts, engages, and retains talented & passionate experts.The role of Payroll and Pensions Specialist is to manage all aspects of the payroll, pension and HRIS administration in SEAI and to provide administrative support to the HR&OD team if required.SEAI operates monthly payroll and pension, which is outsourced and processed through an external provider, currently People XD (CoreHR). The successful candidate will liaise with the external provider for supplying payroll instruction, verify data and ensure all instructions are carried out accurately prior to final sign-off. SEAI has full remit for the processing and administration of its various Pension Schemes, including Single Pension Scheme. The software currently used to support is CoreHR-Pension.We are seeking a suitable candidate to manage the administration of the monthly payroll through an external provider, run the end-to-end pension processes for SEAI and provide support to the broader HR & OD team as required. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with the SEAI finance team.Essential Requirements:The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:A 3rd level qualification in business or finance related discipline (min of Level 7 on NFQ), and other qualifications or training relevant to this role, e.g., IPASS A minimum of three years’ experience of working in a payroll function and pension administration.Proficiency in MS Office – particularly in Excel.Strong analytical and numerical skills and sound judgement.The ability to work independently and to take a lead role as part of a team.An ability to critically assess processes and procedures.A proven track record of delivering results.Emphasis on attention to detail.Data processing, analysis and reporting, using excel or equivalent systems. Desirable Requirements:End to end payroll & pension experience, ideally gained within a Civil/Public Sector body.Good knowledge of Public Service Pension Schemes (Superannuation and Single Pension Schemes).Previous working experience of People XD (CORE HR) software.Previous experience with payroll softwareEligibility to Work:The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate’s application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void. Note in respect of UK citizens: Information regarding the Common Travel Area is available here.#LI-Hybrid