Job Description

About The Role

Do you have great attention to detail and are able to work very tight deadlines? Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service?





Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service are recruiting for a Payroll and Pension Clerk to join our Finance team. The Payroll and Pension Clerk will be part of a team which ensures that all our employees are paid on time. The role will include the inputting of allowances, overtime, mileage claims and will involve answering pay queries from staff members.





Previous experience of working in a financial environment would be beneficial but not essential. We're looking for someone who is confident at inputting data into IT systems; able to keep focused whilst doing tasks; and who proactively looks to solve problems.




This role is part time 17.5 a week covering Maternity for up to 12 months based on Grade 5 13,201-14,071



What can we offer you?


23 days' holiday, (rising to 28 days after 5 years' service) plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement

Access to free on-site gym

Free, secure parking

On-site canteen

Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS

Excellent Occupational Health services and Employee Assistance Programme




Closing date: Midnight, Friday 8th of August 2025


Interview: Week commencing the 25th of August 2025

About Us

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond--ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement.



With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centers, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programs.

PENSION CONSIDERATIONS

Annual Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Annual Allowance Information - Annual Allowance)

Lifetime Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Lifetime Allowance Information - Lifetime Allowance)
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Safeguarding

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.