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LEGOLAND Payroll Officer in Sydney, Australia
What you'll bring to the team
We’re looking for a Part-Time Payroll Officer who can keep the numbers flowing, the people paid, and the compliance rock-solid — all while bringing a positive, can-do attitude to the team. This payroll officer will join our small supportive team of Payroll and HR for Merlin Entertainments ANZ!
About the Role
Joining our payroll team, you will work at the heart of our payroll operations, and ensure our staff are paid accurately and on time. You’ll directly support the business through:
Processing accurate, timely fortnightly payrolls
Setting up new starter profiles
Calculating and processing termination payments
Keeping everything compliant with awards, EBAs, super, and legislation
Support end-of-year reporting (PAYG, payroll tax, etc.)
Help reconcile superannuation and payroll tax obligations
Maintain accurate and organised employee payroll data
Work closely along our HR teams to ensure reports and information coincide with employee profiles
Please note that this role will operate on a 3-day/week rotating fortnight, of Wed – Fri, then Mon- Wed.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Officer who:
Brings solid payroll experience and confidence working with payroll systems, ideally a preference for experience in ADP Payforce
Has history of working with UKG Pro
Has experience partnering with key business stakeholders across HR, Finance, and Operations, building strong relationships and communicating clearly to resolve queries and improve processes.
Is a collaborative team player, that thrives in a fast-paced environment, and contributes positively to a supportive, solutions-focused workplace.
About Us
Corporate benefits including free access to all our attractions worldwide
Domestic and global opportunities to develop and progress your skills and career in tourism and attractions
Additional Leave (including birthday and wellbeing) and 3 volunteer days to give back to a social cause you care about
Hybrid working model and flexible working policy
Opportunity to be involved with our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan
Being part of a business built on * * fun
About Us
Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, and Peppa Pig World of Play. We operate in over 140 attractions across 25 countries, delivering memorable experiences to 54 million+ visitors a year.
We’re the leading operator of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand, with 10 attractions, including SEA LIFE, WILDLIFE, Madame Tussauds, amongst others.
Merlin Entertainments is driven by a strong social responsibility with the vision to create a world where the global community respects, conserves, and sustainably manages our precious aquatic habitats, wildlife, and natural resources. We strive to achieve this goal through our 3 charities: Merlins Magic Wand, the SEA LIFE Trust, and the WILDLIFE Conservation Fund.
So, if you are vibrant and passionate about delivering an amazing service within a great company and in a team who loves what we do – then we want to hear from you!
Merlin Entertainments strongly encourages application from all background, including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent.
Pay Range
Competitive
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At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.
Location Name Gateway Attractions ANZ
Job Locations AU-Sydney
Job ID 2026-12061
Employment Type Fixed Term/Seasonal
Offer/Contract Type Fixed End Date/Seasonal
Location (Country-State-City) AU-Sydney