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This role requires the candidate to support with the smooth, accurate, and compliant delivery of multiple monthly payrolls, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, including the daily tasks such as processing of new joiners, leavers, payroll changes, pension administration, statutory payments, and HMRC compliance etc.\nTo be successful in this role, candidates must have proven experience across the full payroll lifecycle and be confident in processing all payroll-related activities from start to finish. 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