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Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to take the lead in a dynamic, rewarding environment Abingdon School is seeking a dedicated Payroll Manager to join our team and oversee the delivery of a high-quality, accurate payroll and benefits service. Location: Abingdon School, OX14 1DE Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, 08.30 to 17.00, Monday-Friday Salary: £48,500 to £55,000 per annum Closing Date: 3 November 2025 9am About Us: The Foundation comprises two schools: Abingdon School and Abingdon Prep School, as well as Abingdon School Enterprises. Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with more than 1,000 pupils aged 11-18. Currently a boys’ school, it will become co-educational from September 2026. Abingdon Prep School is a vibrant and warm day preparatory school with around 200 pupils aged 4-13 which has been co-educational since last year. Both Schools are situated in beautiful and extensive grounds, with the senior school in the heart of Abingdon on Thames, just south of Oxford, and the Prep School located a few miles away in nearby Frilford. Payroll Manager - The Role: This position is a key role within the HR and Finance teams reporting to the Director of HR with a dotted line to the Financial Controller. The role has the primary responsibility for preparing the annual salaries budget as well as day to day management of the school’s payroll, staff pay records, and pay and benefits matters. This will include liaising with the external payroll partners (e.g. payroll bureau and pension providers) during the month as well as managing pay and benefits related communications and administration with staff. Payroll Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Calculating and processing school staff's salaries and benefits accurately and on time and ensuring all pay related changes are acc