Technical Specialist Service Control
Preston, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 36,363 – GBP 40,777 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- 4 GCSEs including Maths and English
- Eligibility
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they meet the role criteria and provide a supporting statement. The role is not open to international sponsorship.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
Working from County Hall in Preston, you will support Lancashire County Council’s Finance Service by helping deliver accurate, efficient payroll services for more than 35,000 employees across the North West. This is a permanent full-time position for 37 hours each week.
The salary for this post is £36,363 to £40,777 per year.
This opportunity is not available for international sponsorship.
Main purpose of the role
As a Payroll Technical Specialist within the Payroll Service Development Team, you will contribute specialist payroll knowledge, strengthen service delivery, and help improve how payroll support is provided to internal teams and service users.
Key duties
- Design and deliver training for payroll colleagues and for customers or end users.
- Support stronger engagement with user groups across Lancashire County Council, schools, and academies.
- Offer technical assistance on difficult payroll and pension issues, including PAYE, NIC, and pension reconciliations.
- Prepare useful management information and assist with project work while meeting agreed standards for cost, timescale, and quality.
What the council is looking for
The ideal candidate will be detail-focused, confident working in payroll systems, and committed to high-quality service. You should be able to explain technical information clearly and support others through guidance and training.
Additional information
Closing date: 05/07/2026. Interview date: To be confirmed.
Applicants are asked to upload a supporting statement showing how they meet the role criteria. Candidates may not be shortlisted without this evidence.
For further information, please contact Alison Brown at alison.brown1@lancashire.gov.uk.
Why work here
Lancashire County Council offers opportunities for career development through coaching, mentoring, and access to personal and professional qualifications. The benefits package includes a competitive salary, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions and optional Additional Voluntary Contributions, 26 days of annual leave increasing with service, 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, the option to buy extra leave each year, and access to staff discounts through Vivup with savings on a wide range of retail products and services.