Job Description
Are you an experienced Payroll Manager ready to take ownership of a large, complex payroll function? We're looking for a confident leader to oversee the payroll operations of a multi-site business with over 1,000 salaried and agency employees, and to lead the delivery of a system implementation and payroll outsourcing project.
This is a high-impact role, offering the opportunity to shape processes, improve systems, and deliver real value across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
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* Manage and lead the end-to-end payroll process for salaried and agency employees.
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* Drive a major payroll outsourcing transition and system implementation.
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* Lead a team in delivering timely, accurate payroll processing and compliance.
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* Calculate and reconcile payroll items including bonuses, tronc, tips, advances, and statutory payments.
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* Produce weekly and monthly payroll reporting and wage reconciliations.
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* Deliver payroll budgets and reforecasts, assessing financial impact of workforce and pay changes.
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* Manage relationships with benefit providers, HMRC, and external audit teams.
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* Act as the subject matter expert on payroll systems and labour scheduling, leading training and process improvement.
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* Partner with Finance and HR on compensation reviews, P11Ds, and data for consultations.
Key Skills & Experience:
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* CIPP-qualified with proven experience as a Payroll Manager.
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* Experience delivering payroll system implementations and outsourcing projects.
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* Strong digital skills and a track record of improving processes using technology.
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* Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business.
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* Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capabilities.
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* Commercially focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and play a pivotal role in modernising payroll operations. You'll work closely with finance, HR, and leadership teams to deliver meaningful improvements.