Description
Our client is seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager to take full ownership of the payroll function. With over 1,500 employees, this is a fantastic opportunity for a confident payroll professional to make a significant impact in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
This is a standalone role initially, ideal for someone who is self-driven, accurate, and passionate about improving processes and compliance standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Running weekly and monthly payroll for both salaried and hourly-paid staff
- Processing all types of pay including overtime, bonuses, and ad-hoc payments
- Maintaining payroll records and updating starters, leavers, and employee changes
- Acting as the go-to for all payroll-related queries and discrepancies
- Leading payroll-related projects and system enhancements
- Ensuring ongoing compliance with HMRC, PAYE, NIC, RTI, NMW, and pension regulations
- Supporting audits and risk assessments
- Collaborating with HR and Operations to align systems and improve integration
- Reporting and analysing payroll data for insights and improvements
- Documenting payroll procedures and supporting knowledge transfer across departments
What You’ll Need
- Solid experience in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll role
- Proven ability to manage both weekly and monthly payroll cycles
- Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance
- Experience leading payroll projects or system integrations
- High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
- CIPP qualification or membership(preferred but not essential)
Hours:
- Monday to Friday | 8:00am–4:00pm or 9:00am–5:00pm
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
- Death in Service,
- Optional BUPA membership
This is a brilliant opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys autonomy and wants to lead the payroll function in a dynamic and growing business. If you’re proactive, compliance-focused, and ready to own the process end-to-end, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to find out more!
