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Payroll Officer

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Payroll Processing Officer
Permanent and Full-time; Hybrid (1 day WFH once settled)
£29-32,000
Gloucestershire
Step into a role where your payroll expertise genuinely matters. Join a friendly, supportive team of four and play a key part in delivering accurate, high-quality payroll services to up to 2,000 payees across a wide variety of industries. If you enjoy a fast pace, variety, and the satisfaction of getting payroll right, this is a fantastic next step.
What you'll be doing
- Managing end-to-end payroll across weekly, fortnightly, and monthly cycles
- Working with both line managers and payees to deliver excellent customer service
- Handling statutory deductions, RTI submissions, and HMRC liaison
- Administering the CIS scheme and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation
- Using computerised payroll systems (full training provided on in-house software)
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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What you'll bring
- At least 2 years' payroll experience (industry or practice background welcome)
- Confident understanding of payroll legislation and processes
- Experience with CIS, statutory payments/deductions, and RTI
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to accuracy and service
- A proactive, team-focused approach
Why you'll love working here
- A forward-thinking, inclusive company culture
- Hybrid working: once settled, enjoy one day a week from home
- Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase extra days
- Supportive team environment with ongoing development
- A role with real variety and the chance to broaden your payroll expertise


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If you'd like to explore this opportunity, contact Emma Lewis on 01792 642 042 for a confidential chat about your experience and career goals. Or upload your CV showcasing your payroll background - I'd love to hear from you!
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