Job Description

Payroll Services Specialist - Head Office, Milton Keynes

Good, honest, rewarding work. It's how we're built.

At the heart of our Payroll Services department, our Payroll Services Specialist is responsible for processing employee compensation accurately and on time. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of payroll regulations, and proficiency with payroll systems. The specialist ensures compliance with tax laws, handles employee queries, and supports reporting and audits.


As part of a successful, global automotive group, you'll gain valuable experience within a dynamic working environment. And with the right support from us, you'll be able to progress as high as you can aim.

What we can offer you

Enjoy 33 days of annual leave

(including bank holidays) to rest and recharge

Save money every day with

our exclusive retail discounts

Drive a great deal

with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers

Plan for the years ahead

with our company pension scheme

Balance home and work

with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter

Commute for less

with our cycle-to-work scheme

Prioritise your wellbeing

with dedicated support for you and your family

24/7 access to healthcare professionals

, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily

Make a difference

with a paid day to volunteer in your community

Invest in your future

with our company share purchase plan

Earn financial rewards

when you refer a friend to join the team

Keep learning and growing

with our training and development opportunities for everyone.

Life assurance

with the option to increase cover We're open to

flexible working

options - just ask

What you'll do day to day

Collect and verify timesheet data and payroll inputs Calculate wages, deductions, bonuses, and commissions. Ensure payroll practices comply with HMRC regulations and employment law. Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and pension contributions. Generate payroll reports for Finance and HR teams. Lead on internal and external audit Address payroll-related queries and resolve discrepancies. Provide payslips and income statements as required. Maintain payroll databases and update employee records. Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate on-boarding and off-boarding data. Support audits and provide documentation when needed.

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don't worry about ticking off every single skill here

if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.


In-depth knowledge of payroll legislation Experience with multi-site or high-volume payroll CIPP qualification or equivalent Strong leadership and mentoring skills Analytical and problem-solving abilities Familiarity with pension schemes and benefits Experience in payroll audits or reconciliations Project management or change leadership experience
We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don't meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

But you don't need to love cars to work with us

- just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.