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Payroll Administrator (30 hours) - Fixed Term Contract (1723)

Do you have good attention to detail? Can you accurately process data and carry out administrative tasks? Are you immediately available to carry out a short term contract? 

We are looking for a Payroll & IT Administrator to join us, on 3-month fixed term contract, to provide efficient, accurate administrative support across our payroll and IT departments, ensuring colleagues receive timely information, payments and purchasing support.

Reporting to Payroll Manager, key areas of responsibility include (please see the Role Profile for the comprehensive list):

• Supporting the monthly and weekly payroll cycles through accurate collation and processing of HR forms.
• Setting up new starters across monthly and weekly payrolls, including pro‑rata musicians, actors and children.
• Processing payroll elements such as rent, services, subsistence and touring allowances.
• Raising purchase orders, handling supplier communication and processing invoices.
• Maintaining and updating budget and forecast spreadsheets.
• Providing clear, timely communication to colleagues regarding payroll queries and IT order status.

To be suitable for this role, it is essential that you have the following knowledge and experience:

• Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, including Excel and Word.
• Confident communication skills and a positive work ethic.
• Ability to learn new systems and applications quickly.
• Solid working knowledge of M365.

This position is offered as a fixed term contract for 3 months, working 30 hours per week (hourly rate £13.45), based in Stratford-upon-Avon. Hybrid or flexible working options may be available depending on business need. You will be part of a friendly, supportive team working closely with HR, Finance and IT colleagues.

Application Process

All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email jobs@rsc.org.uk

The interviews will be towards the end of march.

About the RSC

The RSC strives for excellence, and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.

We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.

We believe that safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and everybody working at the RSC has a duty to place safeguarding at the heart of their work. We welcome candidates who will support and advocate the RSC's environmental objectives continuing to improve our sustainability work and actions both on and off stage.

The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.

• Artistic/Executive:Executive
• Position Type:Fixed term (Part Time)
• Closing Date:22 March 2026
• Salary:£20,982 pro-rata for the duration of the contract