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This post is a limited term appointment until August 2026.
About the role
Looking for a role where being organised, accurate, and people focused truly matters?
As a Payroll Officer within the Office of Human Resources, you’ll play a hands-on role in ensuring Isle of Man Government employees are paid accurately and on time. You’ll manage payroll updates, respond to queries with care, and collaborate with key teams like the Tax Office and Public Sector Pensions Authority. The role blends precision, teamwork, all within a fast-paced working environment.
You’ll join a friendly, supportive team that plays a vital role behind the scenes of Public Service. We value professionalism, collaboration, and putting people first. If you’re detail driven, well organised, and motivated by making a meaningful contribution, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your strengths somewhere they’ll make a real impact.
What does our own team say about working in Payroll?
“Payroll provides a work environment where no two days are the same. Through promoting innovation throughout the team, our payroll procedures are constantly evolving in order to improve our accuracy and precision.”
“The culture within the team is one of collaboration and support. With deadlines around every corner, it is essential that our team pool their knowledge to help each other navigate complex payroll queries that may arise. In order promote a friendly work environment, our team like the occasional evening out, and for those who want to come along we arrange quarterly socials, providing the opportunity to socialise outside the office and build relationships.”
“The opportunity to work closely with departments such as Treasury and the Public Sector Pensions Authority, is a great way to diversify your skill set and things outside of the usual HR environment.”
A workplace that invests in you
✔ A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
✔ Annual leave starting from 21 days, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
✔ A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take as leave.
✔ Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
✔ Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
✔ Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.
Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.
Things to note
A basic police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.
Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.
Ready to apply?
We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at collin.morgan@gov.im.
To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.