Payroll Officer

Following some changes in our Payroll Team, we are looking for an enthusiastic Payroll Officer to work within the Payroll Team at MU Services Ltd. You will be reporting to the Payroll Manager and be involved in a wide range of activities within the Payroll Team, including but not limited to, processing starters, leavers, ad hoc payments, calculating statutory deductions, benefits, and answering employees' queries.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Ensure efficient systems and processes are maintained for the timely and accurate calculation and payment of employee salaries.
2. Ensure payroll payments are made in accordance with the University’s terms and conditions of employment, internal controls, and statutory taxation regulations.
3. Maintain a good understanding of payroll calculations, including National Insurance Contributions, PAYE, and pensions.
4. Communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, and third parties.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Good understanding of payroll calculations and elements.
• Solution-oriented mindset, keen eye for detail, and effective communication skills.

Additional Information:

This is a fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and attention to detail. For further information about the role, please contact Paola Argiroffi Woolf, Payroll Manager, via email.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We particularly welcome applications from women, gender non-conforming individuals, and from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates who are underrepresented in this area. All recruitment decisions will be based on merit.

We value diversity and strive to create a fairer, more equitable work environment for our staff and students. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff diversity networks, campus facilities, and services to support staff from different backgrounds.

Middlesex is committed to improving employment opportunities for underrepresented groups and is a bronze award holder of the Athena Swan Charter, a member of the Race Equality Charter, a Stonewall Top 100 employer and Gold award holder in 2023, and a Disability Confident Leader.