Put some solder paste on the pad. I use zeph paste. It’s sticky and like glue. Even better that is it doesn’t run like glue. Touch the pad with your iron and it turns instantly into a joint.
Better yet get a hot air gun and temperature controlled soldering station for $100 from ebay. Search 852D+
The hot air gun will make life so much easier if your component isn’t aligned straight or you need to remove it.