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We aim to make moving simpler, by giving everyone the best place to turn to and return to for access to the tools, expertise, trust, and belief to make it happen.\nWe’re home to the UK’s largest choice of properties and are the go-to destination for millions of people planning their next move, reading the latest industry news, or just browsing what’s on the market. \nPayroll Executive \nLocation: MiltonKeynes (Hybrid working, 2 days per week in the office. Tues/Weds)\nReportingto:Payroll Manager\nTherole \nWe’relooking for an experienced Payroll Executive to join our Finance Team.Working closely with the Payroll Manager, you’llhelp deliver an accurate, timelyand employee-focused monthly payroll across two PAYE schemes covering around 1,000 employees, supporting the full employee lifecycle from joining through to leaving, while maintainingstrong controls, complianceand continuous improvement. \nThis is a hands-on role for someone with experience of working in an in-house payroll environment, who enjoys getting the detailright, solving payroll queries and working collaboratively across the business. You’llbe part of a supportive team that takes pride in providing a reliable service and improving how we work. \nA typical week as a Payroll Executive might involve:\nProcessing monthly payroll changes across the employee lifecycle, including joiners, leavers, variable pay, absence, deductions and family-related leave\nCompleting manual payroll calculations, reconciliations, variance checks and payment files accurately and on time\nManaging pension administration, auto-enrolment, salary sacrifice arrangements and payrolled benefits\nResponding clearly and helpfully to employee and manager queries about pay, tax, pensions and statutory payments\nSubmitting accurate payroll information to HMRC and maintaining compliant, confidential payroll records\nWorking closely with People, Finance and other teams to resolve issues and ensure payroll changes are processed correctly\nSupporting year-end activity, audits and reporting, while identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and the employee experience\nSupporting Finance activities, including posting payroll payments and journals and assisting with month-end processes and reconciliations\nWe’re looking for someone who:\nHas at least two years’ experience working in a busy, in-house payroll environment\nHas strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments\nIs confident completing manual calculations and managing pension, auto-enrolment and salary sacrifice administration\nHas strong Excel skills, including formulas, lookups and pivot tables, and can confidently analyse and reconcile payroll data\nIs organised, accurate and comfortable managing competing priorities against fixed payroll deadlines\nCommunicates clearly and empathetically, takes ownership of queries and builds positive relationships across the business\nHandles confidential information with integrity and looks for practical ways to improve processes\nExperience using NetSuite, Zone Payroll or another cloud-based payroll system would be beneficial, as would some experience of posting payroll payments and journals or supporting month-end activities. A recognised payroll qualification, or progress towards one, would also be welcomed\nWhat you’ll bring to the role:\nA proactive, organised and methodical approach\nExcellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills\nClear, empathetic communication and sound judgement\nA collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge\nCuriosity and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement\nSalary range\n£34,000—£39,000 GBP\nLife at Rightmove\nDespite our growth, we’ve remained a friendly, supportive place to work, with employee #1 still working here! We’ve done this by placing the Rightmove Hows at the heart of everything we do. These are the essential values that reflect our culture, and include:\nWe create value… by delivering results and building trust with partners and consumers.\nWe think bigger… by acting with curiosity and setting bold aspirations.\nWe care deeply… by being real, having fun, and valuing diversity.\nWe move together… by being one team - internally collaborative, externally competitive.\nWe make a difference… by focusing on delivering measurable impact.\n\nWe believe in careers that open doors and help our team develop by providing an open and inclusive work environment, offering ongoing training opportunities, and supporting charity fundraising events. And with 89% of Rightmovers saying we’re a great place to work, we’re clearly doing something right! \n\nWhat we offer\nCash plan for dental, optical and physio treatments.\nPrivate Medical Insurance, Pension and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan.\n27 days holiday plus two (paid) volunteering days a year to give back, and holiday buy schemes.\nContributory stakeholder pension.\nLife assurance at 4x your basic salary to a spouse, family member or other nominated person in your life.\nCompetitive compensation package.\nPaid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility.\nTravel Loans, Bike to Work scheme, Rental Deposit Loan.\nCharitable contributions through Payroll Giving and donation matching.\nAccess deals and discounts on things like travel, electronics, fashion, gym memberships, cinema discounts and more.\nWe offer hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in the office. 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