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Ref no:
WEL10488
Published:
18/06/2026
Closes:
24/06/2026
Location:
West Lothian Civic Centre, Howden South Road, Livingston, EH54 6FF
Salary:
£28,455 - £30,595 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
36 hours per week
Work From Home:
Hybrid

Advert

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent

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)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy payroll team who are responsible for updating and maintaining the Council’s payroll records, including pension and tax returns.  As a key player, you will ensure all payrolls are completed accurately, on time and required outputs are produced and delivered

The ideal candidate would have previous experience of working within a busy payroll or similar department, have well developed customer service skills and the ability to work well under pressure whilst having the attention to detail.

Ideally the successful candidate would have experience of working within local government but not essential.  In addition, experience of using the Council’s HR & Payroll system iTrent would be preferential although training will be provided

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

This post is subject to the Council’s flexible working policies and is operated on a hybrid basis.

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

  • Disability Confident Employer - Employer
  • Scottish Living Wage