At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee payroll processing and ensure accurate records for employees and pensioners.
- Company: Join the West Lothian Council's dynamic Payroll Team.
- Benefits: Permanent position with flexible working options and full training provided.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in payroll services while supporting your colleagues.
- Qualifications: Strong payroll knowledge and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us).
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th September 2026.
36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated payroll professional to join our busy Payroll Team in a full-time, permanent position. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality customer service.
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day workload of Payroll Assistants while ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll services for employees, pensioners, Elected Members and partner organisations. The role offers the opportunity to apply your technical payroll expertise while supporting colleagues, improving processes and contributing to service excellence.
Working within a fast-paced payroll environment, you will play a vital role in ensuring payroll records are accurately maintained and statutory obligations are met. You will support payroll operations from data validation and payroll processing through to reconciliation, reporting and compliance activities.
Whilst experience of working within a Local Government payroll environment is desirable, it is not essential. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate relevant payroll knowledge and experience. Familiarity with the Council's HR and Payroll system (iTrent) would be advantageous; however, full training and support will be provided.
If you are an experienced payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
This post is subject to the Council’s flexible working policies and is operated on a hybrid basis.
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