Overview
Technical Payroll Specialist – Trowbridge, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £39,862 – £41,771
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 11 May 2026
Step into a pivotal role where you’ll lead complex payroll projects, drive seamless system transitions, and ensure flawless monthly payroll delivery for a diverse client base
In this role, you will lead the design, build, testing, and maintenance of Oracle HR/Payroll configuration, using your understanding of payroll legislation and system capability to deliver solutions that are fit for purpose and fully compliant. Alongside this, you will manage workflows and oversee payroll production, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to legislative and corporate requirements. Your ability to resolve complex issues, analyse performance data, and identify opportunities for improvement will support evidence-based decisions that enhance customer experience and deliver better outcomes.
We are looking for someone with strong experience in large-scale payroll environments and deep knowledge of Oracle HR/Payroll modules. A solid understanding of HR and payroll processes, pensions, HMRC regulations, and Local Government terms is essential, along with a degree-level qualification or equivalent expertise. Experience with systems such as Oracle, will be highly valued.
This is your opportunity to join a team where your technical skills and payroll expertise will shape the future of our service. Apply today and take your career to the next level.
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a ‘One Council’ ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.
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Contact details
Christine Spirit, at christine.spirit@wiltshire.gov.uk or 01225 712538.
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Application criteria
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