Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. Hello! Are you interested in working as a payroll specialist in an exciting and changing environment? Then you could be the one we are looking for. The HR department consists of 20 dedicated and competent individuals who together are responsible for the strategic and operational HR work within the university and provide professional and qualified support in the HR and payroll area. We are now looking for reinforcement to the group working in the payroll area, which currently consists of five people. About the position We are looking for you who have experience and interest in legal and contractual interpretation in the payroll area and a good understanding of system issues. In your role as a payroll specialist, you work with ongoing payroll administration and other tasks that exist in the payroll area, such as issues related to business travel, pension and output. As a payroll specialist, you have in-depth knowledge of payroll and calculation issues and how these arise, are regulated and change in law and agreements. You will process cases in the PA/payroll system Primula and ensure that they are complete and comply with current agreements. The role also includes ensuring that the system handles cases in accordance with applicable agreements, some system administration and development and support of the system. You are also expected to participate in development work and digitization projects in the payroll area. The work includes keeping up to date and disseminating information on payroll-related issues, for example via internal training, intranet and personal contacts to various roles within the university. We apply a consultative approach, which means that you actively support and guide colleagues and managers in payroll-related issues, act as expert support in interpreting rules and agreements, and contribute to raising the level of competence within the organization through advice and knowledge sharing. As the role is broad, it is important that you have the ability to prioritize, work efficiently and structured. To thrive in your role with us, you also need to appreciate change and contribute to the development of our ways of working. You have a positive attitude, act according to decisions and guidelines, enjoy working with other people and contribute to a positive working environment. Qualifications You have a high school diploma, it is an advantage if you have post-secondary education in payroll/equivalent or many years of experience in the field. You are an experienced user of computer and IT support and are comfortable with new systems. You have experience of independent payroll work and you are used to interpreting and applying laws and agreements in the payroll field. You are able to express yourself easily in speech and writing in both Swedish and English. What we offer you Quality of life: We believe that your ability to manage your own time will help you balance your life and make us a better university. We offer flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely for part of your working hours. Health: We promote a sustainable and healthy working life and offer you the possibility to exercise during working hours, two hours per week. During working hours, you also have the opportunity to use the nearby gym Style almost free of charge. Security: We want you to be properly protected during your working hours with us and, as an employee, you are covered by several different insurance policies. Development opportunities: Developing at work is important both for you as an individual and for the organization. Therefore, the university strives to offer you good opportunities for skills development. My name as your manager is Tommy Viklund. I apply a trust-based management style, where you as an employee are given great confidence in performing your work. I think it's important to have a good work-life balance and that we should have fun at work. Scope and location We are looking for a Payroll Specialist for a full-time permanent position based in Luleå. Probationary period may be applied. For further information, please If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact: Tommy Viklund, HR Manager, 0920-49 3694, tommy.viklund@ltu.se or Sirkka-Liisa Holmström, Payroll Manager, 0920-49 2833, sirkka-liisa.holmstrom@ltu.se Trade union representatives SACO-S Diana Chroneer 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a personal letter and CV / curriculum vitae and diploma. Please mark your application with the reference number below. The application and diploma must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: October 21, 2025 Reference number: 3994-2025