Job Description

Payroll Manager 

Overview:

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Payroll Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical business function and play a key role in leading, developing, and delivering the payroll services across the organisation. You’ll be joining a dynamic, growing company that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. If you’re a hands-on payroll expert with strong leadership skills and a passion for process excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Competitive salary circa £45,000
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), with option to buy and sell leave
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Flexible, supportive hybrid working model

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Group Payroll function as part of a centralised team
• Ensure payroll delivery is accurate, timely, and compliant with all statutory, regulatory, and internal requirements
• Act as the organisational owner of the HR/payroll system, including ongoing maintenance and upgrades
• Execute key payroll tasks, including reconciliations, reporting, and year-end processes
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to align payroll operations with wider business objectives
• Analyse payroll data and produce regular reports for senior management
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency
• Maintain data accuracy in line with GDPR and company policy

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in end-to-end payroll management
• Strong understanding of HMRC legislation, statutory requirements, and compliance processes
• Confident using and managing HR/payroll systems (with a track record of leading upgrades or transitions)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and support others
• CIPP qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Commitment to upholding principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion

This is a brilliant opportunity for a confident and capable Payroll Manager to make a lasting impact within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. Apply now to find out more.

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