An internal opportunity has arisen for a Grade VII Payroll professional within Payroll Services, Finance Shared Services (FSS), National Finance and Procurement Division. This role plays a critical leadership function in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery across the South East region. The post is based in Lacken, Dublin Road, Kilkenny, with national panel formation for future vacancies.
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Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage payroll operations within Finance Shared Services
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and adherence to HSE policies
• Manage and support payroll staff and workflows
• Oversee payroll controls, audits, and reporting requirements
• Liaise with HR, Finance, and external stakeholders
• Contribute to service improvement and payroll modernisation initiatives
• Ensure compliance with public sector pay policy and legislation
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Eligibility restricted to HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies only
- Significant experience in payroll management within a large organisation
- Strong knowledge of public sector pay, pensions, and compliance frameworks
- Proven people management and leadership experience
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills
- High level of IT literacy, including payroll systems and reporting tools
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary: In line with HSE Grade VII consolidated pay scale
- Contract Types:
- Permanent Wholetime
- Permanent Part-time
- Specified Purpose Wholetime
- Specified Purpose Part-time
- Benefits include public service pension, annual leave, paid sick leave, and career development opportunities
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in Payroll Services, Finance Shared Services (FSS), National Finance and Procurement Division, Lacken, Dublin Road, Kilkenny. There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available, and a panel will be formed for future vacancies nationwide. The HSE is Ireland’s largest public health service employer, delivering essential services across the country.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted by email only.
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: NRS15085 Grade VII, Payroll
Applicants are strongly advised to read the Job Specification, Application Form, and Additional Campaign Information before applying. These documents are available with the original advertisement.
Informal Enquiries
Nicola Molloy, Operations Manager, HSE Payroll South
Email: [email protected] | Mobile: 087 1136462
Petrina Murphy, Interim Head of HSE Payroll
Email: [email protected] | Mobile: 087 1523028
Last Day to Apply: 19 January 2026 at 12:00 PM
